Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B75 · Birmingham
75
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B38 · Birmingham
156
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Birmingham has less crime — 75 vs 156 incidents in February 2026.
Tees Grove recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 156 vs 75 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (9), while Tees Grove has more Public order (14). 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 Tees Grove — 75 vs 156 incidents. That is 52% 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 while Tees Grove had more Public order. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (75 vs 156).