Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B5 · Birmingham
1,521
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
DY4 · Sandwell
358
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 358 vs 1,521 incidents in March 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than West Bromwich in March 2026 — 1,521 incidents compared to 358, a 4.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (175) and Public order (122), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (38) and Vehicle crime (36). 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 March 2026 Police data, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 358 vs 1,521 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (358 vs 1,521).