Birmingham vs Solihull — 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

Solihull

B91 · Solihull

196

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Shoplifting44
  • Anti-social behaviour24

Birmingham has less crime — 131 vs 196 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Solihull saw somewhat more crime than Birmingham in February 2026 (196 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 Solihull safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Solihull — 131 vs 196 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Solihull is above the national average.

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

In February 2026, Birmingham's top crime category was Shoplifting (37 incidents) while Solihull's was Violence & sexual offences (62 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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