Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY11 · Worcestershire
244
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B43 · Sandwell
134
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 134 vs 244 incidents in February 2026.
Kidderminster recorded notably higher crime than West Bromwich in February 2026 — 244 vs 134 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kidderminster sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (42) and Shoplifting (32), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (29) and Burglary (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Kidderminster — 134 vs 244 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Kidderminster is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Kidderminster saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Burglary. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (134 vs 244).