Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B74 · Birmingham
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DY12 · Worcestershire
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Upper Arley has less crime — 20 vs 22 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham and Upper Arley recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 22 and 20 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (5) and Burglary (3), while Upper Arley has more Anti-social behaviour (7) and Shoplifting (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Upper Arley recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 20 vs 22 incidents. That is 9% fewer crimes. Upper Arley 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 Upper Arley had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Upper Arley recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 22).