Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B98 · Worcestershire
150
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
B66 · Sandwell
513
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Redditch has less crime — 150 vs 513 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Redditch in April 2026 — 513 incidents compared to 150, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Redditch sees higher rates of Shoplifting (16) and Other theft (13), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (52) and Criminal damage & arson (38). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Redditch recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 150 vs 513 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Redditch saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Redditch recorded fewer total crimes (150 vs 513).