Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B74 · Birmingham
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DE11 · Derbyshire
146
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Birmingham has less crime — 22 vs 146 incidents in February 2026.
Swadlincote recorded substantially more crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 146 incidents compared to 22, a 6.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (5) and Burglary (3), while Swadlincote has more Public order (13) and Other theft (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Swadlincote — 22 vs 146 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Birmingham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Burglary while Swadlincote had more Public order and Other theft. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 146).