Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE14 · Staffordshire
319
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B70 · Sandwell
451
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Burton upon Trent has less crime — 319 vs 451 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Burton upon Trent in April 2026 (451 vs 319 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burton upon Trent sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (39) and Shoplifting (38), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (44) and Other theft (37). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Burton upon Trent recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 319 vs 451 incidents. That is 29% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Burton upon Trent saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Burton upon Trent recorded fewer total crimes (319 vs 451).