Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B74 · Birmingham
28
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
ST11 · Staffordshire
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Birmingham has less crime — 28 vs 51 incidents in April 2026.
Forsbrook recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in April 2026 — 51 vs 28 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (5) and Public order (3), while Forsbrook has more Anti-social behaviour (6) and Burglary (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Forsbrook — 28 vs 51 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Birmingham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Public order while Forsbrook had more Anti-social behaviour and Burglary. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 51).