Birmingham vs Burton upon Trent — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Birmingham

B72 · Birmingham

131

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Shoplifting37
  • Violence & sexual offences30
  • Anti-social behaviour12

Burton upon Trent

DE14 · Staffordshire

315

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences127
  • Shoplifting36
  • Anti-social behaviour30

Birmingham has less crime — 131 vs 315 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Burton upon Trent recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 315 vs 131 incidents. 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 Burton upon Trent safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Burton upon Trent — 131 vs 315 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Burton upon Trent is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Birmingham and Burton upon Trent?

In February 2026, Birmingham's top crime category was Shoplifting (37 incidents) while Burton upon Trent's was Violence & sexual offences (127 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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