Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST16 · Staffordshire
428
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B69 · Sandwell
252
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 252 vs 428 incidents in April 2026.
Stafford recorded notably higher crime than West Bromwich in April 2026 — 428 vs 252 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Stafford sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (75) and Public order (42), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (70) and Criminal damage & arson (19). 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, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Stafford — 252 vs 428 incidents. That is 41% fewer crimes. Stafford is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Stafford saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (252 vs 428).