Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE12 · Derbyshire
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DY4 · Sandwell
325
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Overseal has less crime — 20 vs 325 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Overseal in February 2026 — 325 incidents compared to 20, a 16.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Overseal sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (4) and Public order (2), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (36) and Shoplifting (26). Overseal is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Overseal the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Overseal recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 20 vs 325 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Overseal is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Overseal saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Shoplifting. Overall, Overseal recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 325).