Castle Bromwich vs Hurst Green — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Castle Bromwich

B36 · Solihull

270

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences123
  • Vehicle crime39
  • Criminal damage & arson37

Hurst Green

B62 · Dudley

146

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences54
  • Shoplifting26
  • Criminal damage & arson13

Hurst Green has less crime — 146 vs 270 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Castle Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Hurst Green in April 2026 — 270 vs 146 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Castle Bromwich sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (39), while Hurst Green has more Shoplifting (26). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Castle Bromwich or Hurst Green safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hurst Green recorded fewer crimes than Castle Bromwich — 146 vs 270 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Castle Bromwich is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Castle Bromwich and Hurst Green?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Castle Bromwich saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Hurst Green had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hurst Green recorded fewer total crimes (146 vs 270).

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