Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY12 · Worcestershire
24
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B68 · Sandwell
262
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Upper Arley has less crime — 24 vs 262 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Upper Arley in April 2026 — 262 incidents compared to 24, a 10.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Upper Arley sees higher rates of Drugs (1), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (24). Upper Arley is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Upper Arley the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Upper Arley recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 24 vs 262 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Upper Arley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Upper Arley saw higher rates of Drugs while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Upper Arley recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 262).