Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV6 · Coventry
387
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B66 · Sandwell
513
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Coventry has less crime — 387 vs 513 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Coventry in April 2026 (513 vs 387 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Coventry sees higher rates of Shoplifting (35), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (38). 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 April 2026 Police data, Coventry recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 387 vs 513 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Coventry saw higher rates of Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Coventry recorded fewer total crimes (387 vs 513).