Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B44 · Birmingham
291
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CV11 · Warwickshire
285
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Nuneaton has less crime — 285 vs 291 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham and Nuneaton recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 291 and 285 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (28) and Public order (27), while Nuneaton has more Anti-social behaviour (63) and Shoplifting (30). 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, Nuneaton recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 285 vs 291 incidents. That is 2% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Public order while Nuneaton had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Nuneaton recorded fewer total crimes (285 vs 291).