Birmingham vs Burton upon Trent — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Birmingham

B75 · Birmingham

78

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences31
  • Shoplifting16
  • Anti-social behaviour7

Burton upon Trent

DE15 · Staffordshire

145

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences55
  • Shoplifting21
  • Anti-social behaviour19

Birmingham has less crime — 78 vs 145 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Burton upon Trent recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in April 2026 — 145 vs 78 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Burton upon Trent records significantly more (55 vs 31 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham or Burton upon Trent safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Burton upon Trent — 78 vs 145 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Birmingham is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Birmingham and Burton upon Trent?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Birmingham recorded 31 incidents of this type vs 55 in Burton upon Trent. Overall, Birmingham had fewer total crimes (78 vs 145).

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