Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY10 · Worcestershire
118
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
B65 · Sandwell
288
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Kidderminster has less crime — 118 vs 288 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Kidderminster in April 2026 — 288 vs 118 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kidderminster sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (11), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (68). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Kidderminster recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 118 vs 288 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kidderminster saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, Kidderminster recorded fewer total crimes (118 vs 288).