Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST6 · Stoke-on-Trent
442
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B67 · Sandwell
478
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Stoke-on-Trent has less crime — 442 vs 478 incidents in April 2026.
Stoke-on-Trent and West Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 442 and 478 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Stoke-on-Trent sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (99), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (56). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on April 2026 Police data, Stoke-on-Trent recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 442 vs 478 incidents. That is 8% 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 while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Stoke-on-Trent recorded fewer total crimes (442 vs 478).