Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS10 · Sandwell
311
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
WV12 · Walsall
150
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Willenhall has less crime — 150 vs 311 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Willenhall in April 2026 — 311 vs 150 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: West Bromwich sees higher rates of Shoplifting (32), while Willenhall has more Criminal damage & arson (19). 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, Willenhall recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 150 vs 311 incidents. That is 52% 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 Shoplifting while Willenhall had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Willenhall recorded fewer total crimes (150 vs 311).