Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B75 · Birmingham
75
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DY4 · Sandwell
325
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 75 vs 325 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 325 incidents compared to 75, a 4.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (5), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (26). Birmingham is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Birmingham the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 75 vs 325 incidents. That is 77% 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 Shoplifting. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (75 vs 325).