Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY14 · Shropshire
12
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B67 · Sandwell
414
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Cleobury Mortimer has less crime — 12 vs 414 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Cleobury Mortimer in February 2026 — 414 incidents compared to 12, a 34.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cleobury Mortimer sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (2) and Weapons possession (1), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (36) and Shoplifting (30). Cleobury Mortimer is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Cleobury Mortimer the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Cleobury Mortimer recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 12 vs 414 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Cleobury Mortimer is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Cleobury Mortimer saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Weapons possession while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Shoplifting. Overall, Cleobury Mortimer recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 414).