Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST16 · Staffordshire
430
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
DY4 · Sandwell
358
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 358 vs 430 incidents in March 2026.
Stafford saw somewhat more crime than West Bromwich in March 2026 (430 vs 358 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Stafford sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (76) and Shoplifting (46), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (38) and Vehicle crime (36). 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 March 2026 Police data, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Stafford — 358 vs 430 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes. Stafford is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Stafford saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (358 vs 430).