Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B45 · Birmingham
165
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
B61 · Worcestershire
85
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Bromsgrove has less crime — 85 vs 165 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Bromsgrove in April 2026 — 165 vs 85 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (20) and Criminal damage & arson (14), while Bromsgrove has more Shoplifting (10) and Public order (10). 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, Bromsgrove recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 85 vs 165 incidents. That is 48% fewer crimes. Bromsgrove 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 Bromsgrove had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Bromsgrove recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 165).