Birmingham vs Penkridge — 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

Penkridge

ST19 · Staffordshire

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting1
  • Violence & sexual offences1

Penkridge has less crime — 2 vs 78 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Penkridge in April 2026 — 78 incidents compared to 2, a 39.0x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham or Penkridge safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Penkridge recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 2 vs 78 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Penkridge is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Birmingham and Penkridge?

In April 2026, Birmingham's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (31 incidents) while Penkridge's was Shoplifting (1 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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