Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE11 · Derbyshire
146
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
DY4 · Sandwell
325
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Swadlincote has less crime — 146 vs 325 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Swadlincote in February 2026 — 325 vs 146 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Swadlincote sees higher rates of Public order (13) and Other theft (12), 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, Swadlincote recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 146 vs 325 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Swadlincote saw higher rates of Public order and Other theft while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Shoplifting. Overall, Swadlincote recorded fewer total crimes (146 vs 325).