Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B17 · Birmingham
256
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B8 · Birmingham
448
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 256 vs 448 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 448 vs 256 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (23), while Birmingham has more Criminal damage & arson (40). 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, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 256 vs 448 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Birmingham had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (256 vs 448).