Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B92 · Solihull
104
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B68 · Sandwell
231
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Solihull has less crime — 104 vs 231 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Solihull in February 2026 — 231 vs 104 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Solihull sees higher rates of Shoplifting (15), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (16). Solihull is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Solihull the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Solihull recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 104 vs 231 incidents. That is 55% 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 while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Solihull recorded fewer total crimes (104 vs 231).