Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B38 · Birmingham
246
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B65 · Sandwell
288
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Tees Grove has less crime — 246 vs 288 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Tees Grove in April 2026 (288 vs 246 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Tees Grove sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (29) and Public order (20), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (68) and Vehicle crime (19). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Tees Grove recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 246 vs 288 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Tees Grove saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Tees Grove recorded fewer total crimes (246 vs 288).