Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B75 · Birmingham
75
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B93 · Solihull
43
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Dorridge has less crime — 43 vs 75 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Dorridge in February 2026 — 75 vs 43 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (9), while Dorridge has more Public order (6). 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, Dorridge recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 43 vs 75 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Dorridge 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 while Dorridge had more Public order. Overall, Dorridge recorded fewer total crimes (43 vs 75).