Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B93 · Solihull
43
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B65 · Sandwell
257
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Dorridge has less crime — 43 vs 257 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Dorridge in February 2026 — 257 incidents compared to 43, a 6.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dorridge sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (9) and Public order (6), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (55) and Vehicle crime (14). Dorridge is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Dorridge the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Dorridge recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 43 vs 257 incidents. That is 83% fewer crimes. Dorridge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dorridge saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Dorridge recorded fewer total crimes (43 vs 257).