Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY11 · Worcestershire
279
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B43 · Sandwell
135
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 135 vs 279 incidents in April 2026.
Kidderminster recorded notably higher crime than West Bromwich in April 2026 — 279 vs 135 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kidderminster sees higher rates of Shoplifting (37) and Public order (28), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (14) and Criminal damage & arson (11). 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, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Kidderminster — 135 vs 279 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Kidderminster is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kidderminster saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (135 vs 279).