Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B42 · Birmingham
212
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CV10 · Warwickshire
249
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 212 vs 249 incidents in February 2026.
Nuneaton saw somewhat more crime than Birmingham in February 2026 (249 vs 212 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (34) and Shoplifting (30), while Nuneaton has more Anti-social behaviour (48) and Criminal damage & arson (22). 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 Nuneaton — 212 vs 249 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. Nuneaton is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Shoplifting while Nuneaton had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (212 vs 249).