Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST5 · Staffordshire
315
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B68 · Sandwell
231
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 231 vs 315 incidents in February 2026.
Newcastle-under-Lyme saw somewhat more crime than West Bromwich in February 2026 (315 vs 231 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newcastle-under-Lyme sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (58) and Public order (27), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (22) and Criminal damage & arson (16). 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 February 2026 Police data, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle-under-Lyme — 231 vs 315 incidents. That is 27% fewer crimes. Newcastle-under-Lyme is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Newcastle-under-Lyme saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (231 vs 315).