Birmingham vs Wigginton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Birmingham

B76 · Birmingham

56

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Vehicle crime18
  • Violence & sexual offences16
  • Public order5

Wigginton

B79 · Staffordshire

37

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Anti-social behaviour11
  • Vehicle crime3

Wigginton has less crime — 37 vs 56 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Wigginton in April 2026 — 56 vs 37 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Wigginton has more Anti-social behaviour (11). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham or Wigginton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wigginton recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 37 vs 56 incidents. That is 34% fewer crimes. Wigginton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Birmingham and Wigginton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Public order while Wigginton had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Wigginton recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 56).

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