Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS9 · Walsall
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WS10 · Sandwell
310
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Aldridge has less crime — 44 vs 310 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Aldridge in February 2026 — 310 incidents compared to 44, a 7.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aldridge sees higher rates of Other theft (7), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (39). Aldridge is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Aldridge the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Aldridge recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 44 vs 310 incidents. That is 86% fewer crimes. Aldridge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Aldridge saw higher rates of Other theft while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Aldridge recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 310).