Birmingham vs Burton upon Trent — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Birmingham

B72 · Birmingham

131

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Shoplifting37
  • Violence & sexual offences30
  • Anti-social behaviour12

Burton upon Trent

DE15 · Staffordshire

177

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Anti-social behaviour30
  • Shoplifting27

Birmingham has less crime — 131 vs 177 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Burton upon Trent saw somewhat more crime than Birmingham in February 2026 (177 vs 131 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham or Burton upon Trent safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Burton upon Trent — 131 vs 177 incidents. That is 26% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Birmingham and Burton upon Trent?

In February 2026, Birmingham's top crime category was Shoplifting (37 incidents) while Burton upon Trent's was Violence & sexual offences (62 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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