Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV1 · Coventry
889
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B67 · Sandwell
414
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 414 vs 889 incidents in February 2026.
Coventry recorded notably higher crime than West Bromwich in February 2026 — 889 vs 414 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Coventry sees higher rates of Other theft (64), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (36). 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 February 2026 Police data, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Coventry — 414 vs 889 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Coventry is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Coventry saw higher rates of Other theft while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (414 vs 889).