Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B43 · Sandwell
134
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
B65 · Sandwell
257
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 134 vs 257 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than West Bromwich in February 2026 — 257 vs 134 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: West Bromwich sees higher rates of Burglary (12), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (55). 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, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 134 vs 257 incidents. That is 48% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, West Bromwich saw higher rates of Burglary while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (134 vs 257).