Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS10 · Sandwell
310
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WV3 · Wolverhampton
265
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Wolverhampton has less crime — 265 vs 310 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Wolverhampton in February 2026 (310 vs 265 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: West Bromwich sees higher rates of Shoplifting (53), while Wolverhampton has more Criminal damage & arson (23). 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, Wolverhampton recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 265 vs 310 incidents. That is 15% 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 Shoplifting while Wolverhampton had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Wolverhampton recorded fewer total crimes (265 vs 310).