Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B36 · Solihull
270
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B68 · Sandwell
262
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 262 vs 270 incidents in April 2026.
Castle Bromwich and West Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 270 and 262 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Castle Bromwich sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (37), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (22). 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, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Castle Bromwich — 262 vs 270 incidents. That is 3% 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 Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (262 vs 270).