Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B61 · Worcestershire
85
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B43 · Sandwell
135
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Bromsgrove has less crime — 85 vs 135 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Bromsgrove in April 2026 — 135 vs 85 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromsgrove sees higher rates of Shoplifting (10) and Public order (10), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (14) 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 West Bromwich — 85 vs 135 incidents. That is 37% 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 West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bromsgrove recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 135).