Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B61 · Worcestershire
94
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B43 · Sandwell
134
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Bromsgrove has less crime — 94 vs 134 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Bromsgrove in February 2026 (134 vs 94 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromsgrove sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (13) and Anti-social behaviour (9), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (29) and 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, Bromsgrove recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 94 vs 134 incidents. That is 30% fewer crimes. Bromsgrove is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bromsgrove saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Burglary. Overall, Bromsgrove recorded fewer total crimes (94 vs 134).