Birmingham vs Hurst Green — 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

Hurst Green

B63 · Dudley

149

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences69
  • Criminal damage & arson20
  • Vehicle crime14

Hurst Green has less crime — 149 vs 165 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham and Hurst Green recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 165 and 149 incidents respectively. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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 Hurst Green safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hurst Green recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 149 vs 165 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Birmingham and Hurst Green?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Birmingham recorded 74 incidents of this type vs 69 in Hurst Green. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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