Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE14 · Staffordshire
315
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B71 · Sandwell
265
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 265 vs 315 incidents in February 2026.
Burton upon Trent saw somewhat more crime than West Bromwich in February 2026 (315 vs 265 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burton upon Trent sees higher rates of Shoplifting (36) and Anti-social behaviour (30), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (31) and Criminal damage & arson (21). 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 February 2026 Police data, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Burton upon Trent — 265 vs 315 incidents. That is 16% fewer crimes. Burton upon Trent is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Burton upon Trent saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (265 vs 315).