Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST4 · Stoke-on-Trent
348
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B66 · Sandwell
513
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Stoke-on-Trent has less crime — 348 vs 513 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Stoke-on-Trent in April 2026 (513 vs 348 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Stoke-on-Trent sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (62) and Shoplifting (38), 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, Stoke-on-Trent recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 348 vs 513 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. West Bromwich 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, Stoke-on-Trent recorded fewer total crimes (348 vs 513).