Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS8 · Walsall
96
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WV12 · Walsall
186
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Brownhills has less crime — 96 vs 186 incidents in February 2026.
Willenhall recorded notably higher crime than Brownhills in February 2026 — 186 vs 96 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brownhills sees higher rates of Shoplifting (10), while Willenhall has more Vehicle crime (21). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Brownhills recorded fewer crimes than Willenhall — 96 vs 186 incidents. That is 48% 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 Shoplifting while Willenhall had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Brownhills recorded fewer total crimes (96 vs 186).