Chelmsley Wood vs Kenilworth — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Chelmsley Wood

B37 · Solihull

403

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences149
  • Criminal damage & arson60
  • Vehicle crime45

Kenilworth

CV8 · Warwickshire

31

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Vehicle crime9
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Kenilworth has less crime — 31 vs 403 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Chelmsley Wood recorded substantially more crime than Kenilworth in April 2026 — 403 incidents compared to 31, a 13.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Chelmsley Wood sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (60), while Kenilworth has more Anti-social behaviour (5). Chelmsley Wood sits above the national average for recorded crime while Kenilworth is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Chelmsley Wood or Kenilworth safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Kenilworth recorded fewer crimes than Chelmsley Wood — 31 vs 403 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Kenilworth is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Chelmsley Wood and Kenilworth?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Chelmsley Wood saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Kenilworth had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Kenilworth recorded fewer total crimes (31 vs 403).

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