Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV14 · Wolverhampton
296
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WS10 · Sandwell
310
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Wednesfield has less crime — 296 vs 310 incidents in February 2026.
Wednesfield and West Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 296 and 310 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Wednesfield sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (29), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (39). 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 February 2026 Police data, Wednesfield recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 296 vs 310 incidents. That is 5% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Wednesfield saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Wednesfield recorded fewer total crimes (296 vs 310).