Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV7 · Coventry
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B68 · Sandwell
231
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Hawkes End has less crime — 18 vs 231 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Hawkes End in February 2026 — 231 incidents compared to 18, a 12.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hawkes End sees higher rates of Other theft (3), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (16). Hawkes End is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Hawkes End the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Hawkes End recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 18 vs 231 incidents. That is 92% 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 Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hawkes End recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 231).