Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST5 · Staffordshire
349
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
DY4 · Sandwell
358
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Newcastle-under-Lyme has less crime — 349 vs 358 incidents in March 2026.
Newcastle-under-Lyme and West Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in March 2026 — 349 and 358 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newcastle-under-Lyme sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (63) and Public order (30), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (38) and Vehicle crime (36). 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 March 2026 Police data, Newcastle-under-Lyme recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 349 vs 358 incidents. That is 3% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Newcastle-under-Lyme saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime. Overall, Newcastle-under-Lyme recorded fewer total crimes (349 vs 358).