Birmingham vs Dorridge — 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

Dorridge

B93 · Solihull

43

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences18
  • Criminal damage & arson9
  • Public order6

Dorridge has less crime — 43 vs 131 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Dorridge in February 2026 — 131 incidents compared to 43, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (37) and Anti-social behaviour (12), while Dorridge has more Criminal damage & arson (9) and Public order (6). 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 Dorridge safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Dorridge recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 43 vs 131 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Dorridge is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Birmingham and Dorridge?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Dorridge had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Dorridge recorded fewer total crimes (43 vs 131).

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