Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS8 · Walsall
96
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WS3 · Walsall
287
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Brownhills has less crime — 96 vs 287 incidents in February 2026.
Willenhall recorded substantially more crime than Brownhills in February 2026 — 287 incidents compared to 96, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brownhills sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (13), while Willenhall has more Vehicle crime (25). Brownhills is below the national average while Willenhall is above, making Brownhills the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Brownhills recorded fewer crimes than Willenhall — 96 vs 287 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Brownhills is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Brownhills saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Willenhall had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Brownhills recorded fewer total crimes (96 vs 287).