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    The Birmingham streets where residents suffer most burglaries – check your postcode

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    By Richard Guttridge

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    The Birmingham streets where residents suffer most burglaries - check your postcode

    Thousands of burglaries were committed across Birmingham over the last year, with analysis of crime data revealing where the worst-hit parts of the city are. While often classed as low-level crime, burglaries can have a devastating impact on victims and leave them feeling unsafe in their own homes. West Midlands Police crime data showed the areas where residents are most vulnerable to having their homes broken into. READ MORE: UK motorists with a blue badge issued warning over ‘common’ mistake Get our local newsletters like Black Country News, MySolihull and MySuttonColdfield straight to your inbox Brummies can check their postcode area on the full list below to see how many burglaries happen on their doorstep. Top of the list is one of Birmingham’s poshest suburbs, Edgbaston . There were 302 burglaries reported in the area in the 12 months to July 2025, almost one every day on average. That was closely followed by Selly Oak on 294. South Yardley and Stockland Green residents were also at risk, with 246 break-ins each. High-crime areas were also close to the top of the list including Lozells and East Handsworth; and Aston. West Midlands Police said break-ins fell by 12% between April and August compared with the same period last year, while officers had attended all reported residential burglaries since December 2022, unless victims had requested them not to. Total burglaries 12 months to July 2025 A West Midlands Police spokesperson said: “We fully understand the devastating impact burglary can have on those affected whether in their home or business environment. “Since December 2022, we have attended all reported residential burglaries, unless the victim states they do not wish us to attend. “Between April to August, the number of home burglaries have fallen by 12% compared to the same period last year. “We’re committed to following the trail of evidence in all the cases we examine − but if an investigation finds no witnesses, CCTV or forensic evidence then the chances of identifying offenders is vastly reduced.” They added: “We continuously evaluate and refine our strategies, we remain committed to providing a safer environment for all members of the public.”

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