Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE11 · Derbyshire
146
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
B65 · Sandwell
257
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Swadlincote has less crime — 146 vs 257 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Swadlincote in February 2026 — 257 vs 146 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Swadlincote sees higher rates of Public order (13) and Anti-social behaviour (12), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (55) and Vehicle crime (14). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Swadlincote recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 146 vs 257 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Swadlincote saw higher rates of Public order and Anti-social behaviour while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Swadlincote recorded fewer total crimes (146 vs 257).