Kidderminster vs Solihull — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Kidderminster

DY10 · Worcestershire

118

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences35
  • Vehicle crime29
  • Criminal damage & arson11

Solihull

B91 · Solihull

240

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences78
  • Shoplifting60
  • Anti-social behaviour22

Kidderminster has less crime — 118 vs 240 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Solihull recorded notably higher crime than Kidderminster in April 2026 — 240 vs 118 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kidderminster sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (29) and Criminal damage & arson (11), while Solihull has more Shoplifting (60) and Anti-social behaviour (22). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kidderminster or Solihull safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Kidderminster recorded fewer crimes than Solihull — 118 vs 240 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Solihull is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Kidderminster and Solihull?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kidderminster saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Solihull had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Kidderminster recorded fewer total crimes (118 vs 240).

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