Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B77 · Staffordshire
161
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
B69 · Sandwell
222
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Tamworth has less crime — 161 vs 222 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Tamworth in February 2026 (222 vs 161 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Tamworth sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (22) and Public order (11), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (43) and Vehicle crime (22). 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, Tamworth recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 161 vs 222 incidents. That is 27% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Tamworth saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Tamworth recorded fewer total crimes (161 vs 222).