Is West Bromwich Town Safe?
Crime statistics for West Bromwich Town. Based on official UK Police data, updated June 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 6,366 total crimes recorded in West Bromwich Town
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for West Bromwich Town — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Bromwich Town safe?
West Bromwich Town has a CrimeRadar safety score of 12/100, rated High Crime. A total of 6,366 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 34.7% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in West Bromwich Town are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in West Bromwich Town in the last 12 months?
6,366 crimes were recorded in West Bromwich Town in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 34.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (9,746 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 2,907 incidents.
What is the most common crime in West Bromwich Town?
The most common crime in West Bromwich Town is Violent Crime, with 2,907 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 45.7% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in West Bromwich Town increasing or decreasing?
Crime in West Bromwich Town is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 34.7% — from 9,746 crimes in the previous 12 months to 6,366 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for West Bromwich Town?
West Bromwich Town has a safety score of 12 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does West Bromwich Town compare to the West Midlands Police average?
West Bromwich Town has a safety score of 12/100, while the West Midlands Police force area average is 8/100. West Bromwich Town is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in West Bromwich Town?
20.5% of crimes recorded in West Bromwich Town resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by West Midlands Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in West Bromwich Town?
2,907 violent crimes were recorded in West Bromwich Town in the last 12 months — representing 45.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 266 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for West Bromwich Town last updated?
The crime data for West Bromwich Town was last updated in June 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare West Bromwich Town with other areas?
You can compare West Bromwich Town with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.