Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST13 · Staffordshire
116
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
B71 · Sandwell
265
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Leek has less crime — 116 vs 265 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Leek in February 2026 — 265 vs 116 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leek sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (14) and Public order (10), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (31) and Criminal damage & arson (21). 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, Leek recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 116 vs 265 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Leek saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Leek recorded fewer total crimes (116 vs 265).