Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST6 · Stoke-on-Trent
442
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B68 · Sandwell
262
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 262 vs 442 incidents in April 2026.
Stoke-on-Trent recorded notably higher crime than West Bromwich in April 2026 — 442 vs 262 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Stoke-on-Trent sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (99) and Criminal damage & arson (36), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (24) and Shoplifting (22). 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 — 262 vs 442 incidents. That is 41% 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 Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Shoplifting. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (262 vs 442).