Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B78 · Staffordshire
94
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B69 · Sandwell
222
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Tamworth has less crime — 94 vs 222 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Tamworth in February 2026 — 222 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 Shoplifting (43) and Vehicle crime (22). Tamworth is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Tamworth the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Tamworth recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 94 vs 222 incidents. That is 58% 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 Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Tamworth recorded fewer total crimes (94 vs 222).