Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST14 · Staffordshire
69
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B68 · Sandwell
262
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Uttoxeter has less crime — 69 vs 262 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Uttoxeter in April 2026 — 262 incidents compared to 69, a 3.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Uttoxeter sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (15) and Public order (11), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (24) and Shoplifting (22). 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 April 2026 Police data, Uttoxeter recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 69 vs 262 incidents. That is 74% fewer crimes. Uttoxeter is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Uttoxeter saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Shoplifting. Overall, Uttoxeter recorded fewer total crimes (69 vs 262).