Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV1 · Coventry
959
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
B64 · Sandwell
238
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 238 vs 959 incidents in March 2026.
Coventry recorded substantially more crime than West Bromwich in March 2026 — 959 incidents compared to 238, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Coventry sees higher rates of Shoplifting (104), while West Bromwich has more Other theft (17). 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 March 2026 Police data, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Coventry — 238 vs 959 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Coventry is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Coventry saw higher rates of Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Other theft. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (238 vs 959).