Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV7 · Coventry
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B43 · Sandwell
134
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Hawkes End has less crime — 18 vs 134 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Hawkes End in February 2026 — 134 incidents compared to 18, a 7.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hawkes End sees higher rates of Other theft (3), while West Bromwich has more Burglary (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Hawkes End recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 18 vs 134 incidents. That is 87% fewer crimes. Hawkes End is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hawkes End saw higher rates of Other theft while West Bromwich had more Burglary. Overall, Hawkes End recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 134).