Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST18 · Staffordshire
50
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B70 · Sandwell
455
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Hopton has less crime — 50 vs 455 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Hopton in February 2026 — 455 incidents compared to 50, a 9.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hopton sees higher rates of Other theft (4) and Anti-social behaviour (3), while West Bromwich has more Public order (46) and Vehicle crime (42). 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 February 2026 Police data, Hopton recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 50 vs 455 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Hopton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hopton saw higher rates of Other theft and Anti-social behaviour while West Bromwich had more Public order and Vehicle crime. Overall, Hopton recorded fewer total crimes (50 vs 455).