Birmingham vs Hurst Green — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Birmingham

B73 · Birmingham

138

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences41
  • Shoplifting34
  • Vehicle crime14

Hurst Green

B62 · Dudley

120

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences48
  • Shoplifting25
  • Vehicle crime10

Hurst Green has less crime — 120 vs 138 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham saw somewhat more crime than Hurst Green in February 2026 (138 vs 120 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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 Hurst Green safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Hurst Green recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 120 vs 138 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Birmingham and Hurst Green?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Birmingham recorded 41 incidents of this type vs 48 in Hurst Green. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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