Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY10 · Worcestershire
105
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
DY4 · Sandwell
325
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Kidderminster has less crime — 105 vs 325 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Kidderminster in February 2026 — 325 incidents compared to 105, a 3.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kidderminster sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (16) and Anti-social behaviour (15), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (36) and Shoplifting (26). 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, Kidderminster recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 105 vs 325 incidents. That is 68% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Kidderminster saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Shoplifting. Overall, Kidderminster recorded fewer total crimes (105 vs 325).