Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B64 · Sandwell
190
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
B69 · Sandwell
222
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 190 vs 222 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than West Bromwich in February 2026 (222 vs 190 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: West Bromwich sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (15) and Burglary (14), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (43) and Vehicle crime (22). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 190 vs 222 incidents. That is 14% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, West Bromwich saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Burglary while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (190 vs 222).