Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST4 · Stoke-on-Trent
352
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B67 · Sandwell
414
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Stoke-on-Trent has less crime — 352 vs 414 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Stoke-on-Trent in February 2026 (414 vs 352 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Stoke-on-Trent sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (51) and Criminal damage & arson (32), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (36) and Shoplifting (30). 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 February 2026 Police data, Stoke-on-Trent recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 352 vs 414 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Stoke-on-Trent saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Shoplifting. Overall, Stoke-on-Trent recorded fewer total crimes (352 vs 414).