Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST14 · Staffordshire
61
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B66 · Sandwell
458
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Uttoxeter has less crime — 61 vs 458 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Uttoxeter in February 2026 — 458 incidents compared to 61, a 7.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Uttoxeter sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (14) and Shoplifting (8), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (44) and Criminal damage & arson (31). Uttoxeter is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Uttoxeter the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Uttoxeter recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 61 vs 458 incidents. That is 87% fewer crimes. Uttoxeter is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Uttoxeter saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Uttoxeter recorded fewer total crimes (61 vs 458).