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Is Birmingham B72 safe?

Covering wards: Erdington, Sutton Wylde Green, Sutton Trinity

Thinking about moving to Birmingham B72? Police recorded 131 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — B72 area

Official UK Police data

131 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Shoplifting 37
Violence & sexual offences 30
Anti-social behaviour 12
Near the national average

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Is Birmingham B72 safe to live in?

Birmingham B72 recorded 131 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Shoplifting with 37 incidents. This is near the national average for areas of similar size. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.

What are the most common crimes in Birmingham B72?

In February 2026, the top crime types in Birmingham B72 were: Shoplifting (37), Violence & sexual offences (30), and Anti-social behaviour (12). These accounted for 60% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Birmingham B72 compare to the national average?

Birmingham B72 is near the national average for total recorded crime. This suggests the area has broadly typical crime levels for the UK.

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