Coventry vs Solihull — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Coventry

CV6 · Coventry

387

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences151
  • Vehicle crime40
  • Shoplifting35

Solihull

B91 · Solihull

240

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences78
  • Shoplifting60
  • Anti-social behaviour22

Solihull has less crime — 240 vs 387 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Coventry recorded notably higher crime than Solihull in April 2026 — 387 vs 240 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Coventry sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (40), while Solihull has more Anti-social behaviour (22). 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 April 2026 Police data, Solihull recorded fewer crimes than Coventry — 240 vs 387 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Coventry is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Coventry saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Solihull had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Solihull recorded fewer total crimes (240 vs 387).

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