Birmingham vs Redditch — 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

Redditch

B98 · Worcestershire

162

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences68
  • Anti-social behaviour27
  • Shoplifting16

Birmingham has less crime — 131 vs 162 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Redditch saw somewhat more crime than Birmingham in February 2026 (162 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 Redditch safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Redditch — 131 vs 162 incidents. That is 19% fewer crimes.

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

In February 2026, Birmingham's top crime category was Shoplifting (37 incidents) while Redditch's was Violence & sexual offences (68 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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