Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST1 · Stoke-on-Trent
570
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B66 · Sandwell
513
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 513 vs 570 incidents in April 2026.
Stoke-on-Trent and West Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 570 and 513 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Stoke-on-Trent sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (126) and Shoplifting (58), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (52) and Criminal damage & arson (38). 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 Stoke-on-Trent — 513 vs 570 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes. Stoke-on-Trent is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Stoke-on-Trent saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (513 vs 570).