Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B61 · Worcestershire
94
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B64 · Sandwell
190
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Bromsgrove has less crime — 94 vs 190 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Bromsgrove in February 2026 — 190 vs 94 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bromsgrove sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9), while West Bromwich has more Burglary (14). 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 190 incidents. That is 51% 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 Anti-social behaviour while West Bromwich had more Burglary. Overall, Bromsgrove recorded fewer total crimes (94 vs 190).