Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B44 · Birmingham
291
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CV3 · Coventry
246
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Coventry has less crime — 246 vs 291 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham saw somewhat more crime than Coventry in February 2026 (291 vs 246 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Public order (27), while Coventry has more Shoplifting (31). 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, Coventry recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 246 vs 291 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Public order while Coventry had more Shoplifting. Overall, Coventry recorded fewer total crimes (246 vs 291).