Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B78 · Staffordshire
94
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B64 · Sandwell
190
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Tamworth has less crime — 94 vs 190 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Tamworth in February 2026 — 190 vs 94 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Tamworth sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (17) and Other theft (7), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (15) and Burglary (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, Tamworth recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 94 vs 190 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Tamworth is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Tamworth saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson and Burglary. Overall, Tamworth recorded fewer total crimes (94 vs 190).