Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B76 · Birmingham
56
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B70 · Sandwell
451
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 56 vs 451 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Birmingham in April 2026 — 451 incidents compared to 56, a 8.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (18) and Public order (5), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (44) and Other theft (37). 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 April 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 56 vs 451 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Birmingham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Public order while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (56 vs 451).