Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B61 · Worcestershire
85
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DY10 · Worcestershire
118
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Bromsgrove has less crime — 85 vs 118 incidents in April 2026.
Kidderminster saw somewhat more crime than Bromsgrove in April 2026 (118 vs 85 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromsgrove sees higher rates of Shoplifting (10) and Public order (10), while Kidderminster has more Vehicle crime (29) and Criminal damage & arson (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bromsgrove recorded fewer crimes than Kidderminster — 85 vs 118 incidents. That is 28% fewer crimes. Bromsgrove is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bromsgrove saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Kidderminster had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bromsgrove recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 118).