Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B66 · Sandwell
458
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B67 · Sandwell
414
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 414 vs 458 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich and West Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 458 and 414 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: West Bromwich sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (31), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (30). 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, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 414 vs 458 incidents. That is 10% 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 while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (414 vs 458).