Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B74 · Birmingham
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B77 · Staffordshire
161
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Birmingham has less crime — 22 vs 161 incidents in February 2026.
Tamworth recorded substantially more crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 161 incidents compared to 22, a 7.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (5) and Burglary (3), while Tamworth has more Anti-social behaviour (22) and Public order (11). 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 Tamworth — 22 vs 161 incidents. That is 86% 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 Tamworth had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 161).