Coventry vs Solihull — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Coventry

CV2 · Coventry

313

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences127
  • Shoplifting43
  • Vehicle crime40

Solihull

B90 · Solihull

206

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Shoplifting89
  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Vehicle crime16

Solihull has less crime — 206 vs 313 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Coventry recorded notably higher crime than Solihull in February 2026 — 313 vs 206 incidents. 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Coventry or Solihull safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Solihull recorded fewer crimes than Coventry — 206 vs 313 incidents. That is 34% fewer crimes. Coventry is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Coventry and Solihull?

In February 2026, Coventry's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (127 incidents) while Solihull's was Shoplifting (89 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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