Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE11 · Derbyshire
193
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
B67 · Sandwell
478
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Swadlincote has less crime — 193 vs 478 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Swadlincote in April 2026 — 478 vs 193 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Swadlincote sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (23) and Public order (21), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (56) and Criminal damage & arson (34). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Swadlincote recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 193 vs 478 incidents. That is 60% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Swadlincote saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Swadlincote recorded fewer total crimes (193 vs 478).