Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B44 · Birmingham
291
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B37 · Solihull
325
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 291 vs 325 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham and Chelmsley Wood recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 291 and 325 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Public order (27), while Chelmsley Wood has more Criminal damage & arson (43). 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 Chelmsley Wood — 291 vs 325 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes. Chelmsley Wood is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Public order while Chelmsley Wood had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (291 vs 325).