Birmingham vs Kidderminster — 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

Kidderminster

DY11 · Worcestershire

244

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences88
  • Anti-social behaviour42
  • Shoplifting32

Birmingham has less crime — 131 vs 244 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Kidderminster recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 244 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 Kidderminster safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Kidderminster — 131 vs 244 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Kidderminster is above the national average.

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

In February 2026, Birmingham's top crime category was Shoplifting (37 incidents) while Kidderminster's was Violence & sexual offences (88 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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