Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B45 · Birmingham
165
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
B75 · Birmingham
78
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Birmingham has less crime — 78 vs 165 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in April 2026 — 165 vs 78 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (20) and Criminal damage & arson (14), while Birmingham has more Shoplifting (16) and Anti-social behaviour (7). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 78 vs 165 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Birmingham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Birmingham had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (78 vs 165).