Birmingham vs Burton upon Trent — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Birmingham

B73 · Birmingham

138

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences41
  • Shoplifting34
  • Vehicle crime14

Burton upon Trent

DE15 · Staffordshire

177

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

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

Birmingham has less crime — 138 vs 177 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Burton upon Trent saw somewhat more crime than Birmingham in February 2026 (177 vs 138 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (14), while Burton upon Trent has more Anti-social behaviour (30). 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 — 138 vs 177 incidents. That is 22% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Burton upon Trent had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (138 vs 177).

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