Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B5 · Birmingham
1,478
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B7 · Birmingham
403
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 403 vs 1,478 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Birmingham in April 2026 — 1,478 incidents compared to 403, a 3.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (210) and Other theft (123), while Birmingham has more Vehicle crime (43) and Criminal damage & arson (32). 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 April 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 403 vs 1,478 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Birmingham had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (403 vs 1,478).