Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B97 · Worcestershire
197
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B77 · Staffordshire
222
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Redditch has less crime — 197 vs 222 incidents in April 2026.
Redditch and Tamworth recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 197 and 222 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Redditch sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (21) and Shoplifting (19), while Tamworth has more Anti-social behaviour (41) and Public order (21). 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 April 2026 Police data, Redditch recorded fewer crimes than Tamworth — 197 vs 222 incidents. That is 11% fewer crimes. Tamworth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Redditch saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Shoplifting while Tamworth had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Redditch recorded fewer total crimes (197 vs 222).