Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B43 · Sandwell
135
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
B65 · Sandwell
288
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 135 vs 288 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than West Bromwich in April 2026 — 288 vs 135 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: West Bromwich sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (11), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (68). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 135 vs 288 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, West Bromwich saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (135 vs 288).