Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B7 · Birmingham
355
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
B70 · Sandwell
454
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 355 vs 454 incidents in March 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Birmingham in March 2026 (454 vs 355 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (42) and Other theft (32), while West Bromwich has more Public order (46) and Drugs (38). 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, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 355 vs 454 incidents. That is 22% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Other theft while West Bromwich had more Public order and Drugs. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (355 vs 454).