Birmingham vs Hawkes End — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Birmingham

B45 · Birmingham

165

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences74
  • Vehicle crime20
  • Criminal damage & arson14

Hawkes End

CV7 · Coventry

16

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Criminal damage & arson3
  • Anti-social behaviour2

Hawkes End has less crime — 16 vs 165 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Hawkes End in April 2026 — 165 incidents compared to 16, a 10.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (20), while Hawkes End has more Anti-social behaviour (2). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham or Hawkes End safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hawkes End recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 16 vs 165 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Hawkes End is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Birmingham and Hawkes End?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Hawkes End had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Hawkes End recorded fewer total crimes (16 vs 165).

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