Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B36 · Solihull
247
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B37 · Solihull
325
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Castle Bromwich has less crime — 247 vs 325 incidents in February 2026.
Chelmsley Wood saw somewhat more crime than Castle Bromwich in February 2026 (325 vs 247 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Castle Bromwich sees higher rates of Shoplifting (32), while Chelmsley Wood has more Criminal damage & arson (43). 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, Castle Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Chelmsley Wood — 247 vs 325 incidents. That is 24% fewer crimes. Chelmsley Wood is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Castle Bromwich saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Chelmsley Wood had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Castle Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (247 vs 325).