Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST17 · Staffordshire
93
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B71 · Sandwell
265
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Stafford has less crime — 93 vs 265 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Stafford in February 2026 — 265 incidents compared to 93, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Stafford sees higher rates of Shoplifting (16) and Anti-social behaviour (8), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (31) and Criminal damage & arson (21). Stafford is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Stafford the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Stafford recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 93 vs 265 incidents. That is 65% fewer crimes. Stafford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Stafford saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Stafford recorded fewer total crimes (93 vs 265).