Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS10 · Sandwell
310
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WV12 · Walsall
186
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Willenhall has less crime — 186 vs 310 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Willenhall in February 2026 — 310 vs 186 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: West Bromwich sees higher rates of Shoplifting (53), while Willenhall has more Criminal damage & arson (19). 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, Willenhall recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 186 vs 310 incidents. That is 40% 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 Shoplifting while Willenhall had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Willenhall recorded fewer total crimes (186 vs 310).