Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY9 · Shropshire
13
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DY4 · Sandwell
325
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Lydham has less crime — 13 vs 325 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Lydham in February 2026 — 325 incidents compared to 13, a 25.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lydham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7) and Other theft (3), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (36) and Shoplifting (26). Lydham is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Lydham the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Lydham recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 13 vs 325 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Lydham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Lydham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Other theft while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Shoplifting. Overall, Lydham recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 325).