Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE11 · Derbyshire
193
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
B68 · Sandwell
262
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Swadlincote has less crime — 193 vs 262 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Swadlincote in April 2026 (262 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 (24) and Shoplifting (22). 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 262 incidents. That is 26% 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 Shoplifting. Overall, Swadlincote recorded fewer total crimes (193 vs 262).