Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY11 · Worcestershire
279
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B69 · Sandwell
252
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 252 vs 279 incidents in April 2026.
Kidderminster and West Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 279 and 252 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kidderminster sees higher rates of Public order (28), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (19). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Kidderminster — 252 vs 279 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes. Kidderminster is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kidderminster saw higher rates of Public order while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (252 vs 279).