Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST18 · Staffordshire
60
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B68 · Sandwell
262
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Hopton has less crime — 60 vs 262 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Hopton in April 2026 — 262 incidents compared to 60, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hopton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5) and Burglary (4), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (24) and Shoplifting (22). Hopton is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Hopton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hopton recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 60 vs 262 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Hopton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hopton saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Burglary while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Shoplifting. Overall, Hopton recorded fewer total crimes (60 vs 262).