Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B98 · Worcestershire
162
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
B66 · Sandwell
458
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Redditch has less crime — 162 vs 458 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Redditch in February 2026 — 458 incidents compared to 162, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Redditch sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (27) and Shoplifting (16), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (44) and Criminal damage & arson (31). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Redditch recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 162 vs 458 incidents. That is 65% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Redditch saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Redditch recorded fewer total crimes (162 vs 458).