Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B43 · Sandwell
135
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
B69 · Sandwell
252
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 135 vs 252 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than West Bromwich in April 2026 — 252 vs 135 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: West Bromwich sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (14), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (70). 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 252 incidents. That is 46% 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 Vehicle crime while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (135 vs 252).