Redditch vs Solihull — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Redditch

B97 · Worcestershire

241

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences109
  • Anti-social behaviour32
  • Shoplifting25

Solihull

B91 · Solihull

196

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Shoplifting44
  • Anti-social behaviour24

Solihull has less crime — 196 vs 241 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Redditch saw somewhat more crime than Solihull in February 2026 (241 vs 196 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Redditch records significantly more (109 vs 62 incidents). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Redditch or Solihull safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Solihull recorded fewer crimes than Redditch — 196 vs 241 incidents. That is 19% fewer crimes. Redditch is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Redditch and Solihull?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Redditch recorded 109 incidents of this type vs 62 in Solihull. Overall, Solihull had fewer total crimes (196 vs 241).

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