Over a 12-month period from September 2023 to August 2024, police data has shed light on Birmingham's most dangerous areas, detailing crime levels across the city.
Using this data, WMGD and Online Marketing Surgery compiled a comprehensive Crime Report ranking areas by total reported crimes.
This report provides valuable insights into crime hotspots, helping residents and officials understand and address safety concerns in Birmingham’s neighbourhoods.
Top 10 most dangerous areas in Birmingham are:
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1. City Centre - 13,484 crimes
Central Birmingham ranks as the most dangerous spot in the city according to the most recent police date. Most crimes in the city happen in this area. | chrisdorney - stock.adobe.com
2. Aston - 5,004 crimes
An aerial view of Villa Park and Aston Hall. Aston as an area ranks as the second most dangerous in the city due to the amount of crimes in the last 12 months. | Getty Images
3. South Yardley - 4,544 crimes in past 12 months
In third place is South Yardley, more than 4,500 crimes happened here in the last 12 months | Google Maps
4. Small Heath and Highgate - 3,976
Small Heath and Highgate rank in the top five most dangerous areas, according to the Police UK data | Google