Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B75 · Birmingham
75
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B43 · Sandwell
134
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Birmingham has less crime — 75 vs 134 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 134 vs 75 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (5), while West Bromwich has more Burglary (12). 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 West Bromwich — 75 vs 134 incidents. That is 44% 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 Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Burglary. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (75 vs 134).