Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B36 · Solihull
270
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B77 · Staffordshire
222
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Tamworth has less crime — 222 vs 270 incidents in April 2026.
Castle Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Tamworth in April 2026 (270 vs 222 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Castle Bromwich sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (39) and Criminal damage & arson (37), while Tamworth has more Anti-social behaviour (41) and Public order (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 April 2026 Police data, Tamworth recorded fewer crimes than Castle Bromwich — 222 vs 270 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes. Castle Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Castle Bromwich saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Tamworth had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Tamworth recorded fewer total crimes (222 vs 270).