Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B42 · Birmingham
212
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B68 · Sandwell
231
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 212 vs 231 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham and West Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 212 and 231 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (30), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (16). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 212 vs 231 incidents. That is 8% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (212 vs 231).