Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B75 · Birmingham
75
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B98 · Worcestershire
162
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Birmingham has less crime — 75 vs 162 incidents in February 2026.
Redditch recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 162 vs 75 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (9) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Redditch has more Anti-social behaviour (27) and Shoplifting (16). 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 Redditch — 75 vs 162 incidents. That is 54% 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 Redditch had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (75 vs 162).