Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV10 · Wolverhampton
258
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
WS10 · Sandwell
311
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Wednesfield has less crime — 258 vs 311 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Wednesfield in April 2026 (311 vs 258 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Wednesfield sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (16), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (31). 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, Wednesfield recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 258 vs 311 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Wednesfield saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Wednesfield recorded fewer total crimes (258 vs 311).