Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B75 · Birmingham
78
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B93 · Solihull
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Dorridge has less crime — 51 vs 78 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Dorridge in April 2026 — 78 vs 51 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (16) and Anti-social behaviour (7), while Dorridge has more Burglary (6) and Vehicle crime (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Dorridge recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 51 vs 78 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Dorridge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Dorridge had more Burglary and Vehicle crime. Overall, Dorridge recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 78).