Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B92 · Solihull
104
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B64 · Sandwell
190
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Solihull has less crime — 104 vs 190 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Solihull in February 2026 — 190 vs 104 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Solihull sees higher rates of Shoplifting (15) and Vehicle crime (8), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (15) and Burglary (14). 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, Solihull recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 104 vs 190 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Solihull is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Solihull saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson and Burglary. Overall, Solihull recorded fewer total crimes (104 vs 190).