Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B75 · Birmingham
75
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B60 · Worcestershire
105
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Birmingham has less crime — 75 vs 105 incidents in February 2026.
Bromsgrove saw somewhat more crime than Birmingham in February 2026 (105 vs 75 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (9) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Bromsgrove has more Anti-social behaviour (16) and Public order (9). 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 Bromsgrove — 75 vs 105 incidents. That is 29% 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 Criminal damage & arson while Bromsgrove had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (75 vs 105).