Is Birmingham City University safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
Birmingham City University: safety score 16/100 (grade D), ranked #107 of 127 in the UK — data through 2026-08.
16/100
Grade: D · #107 of 127 in the UK
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of Birmingham City University, split by normalised severity. UK data is published monthly by data.police.uk; US, Canadian and Australian cities publish on their own cycles, so recent months may not be final.
| Month | Violent | Property | Minor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11 | 1351 | 910 | 858 | 3119 |
| 2025-12 | 1349 | 874 | 693 | 2916 |
| 2026-01 | 1268 | 879 | 701 | 2848 |
| 2026-02 | 1198 | 867 | 715 | 2780 |
| 2026-03 | 1446 | 856 | 793 | 3095 |
| 2026-04 | 1396 | 828 | 768 | 2992 |
| 2026-05 | 1573 | 975 | 784 | 3332 |
| 2026-06 | 1484 | 933 | 813 | 3230 |
| 2026-07 | 1604 | 913 | 944 | 3461 |
| 2026-08 | 1449 | 942 | 796 | 3187 |
Latest release: 2026-08 — 3187 records in total — violent 1449, property 942, minor 796 (-274 vs 2026-07).
Most common types: Violent crime (1285) · Shoplifting (272) · Other theft (267) · Public order offences (239) · Vehicle crime (236)
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Other universities in Birmingham
- Birmingham Newman University 66 /100
- University of Birmingham 41 /100
- BIMM University 15 /100
- Aston University 14 /100
- University College Birmingham 13 /100
- University of Law 13 /100
FAQs about safety at Birmingham City University
What is Birmingham City University's safety score?
Birmingham City University: 16/100 (grade D), #107 of 127 in the UK, computed from 12 months of official records within 3 km of campus and recomputed weekly (data through 2026-08).
How many crimes are recorded near Birmingham City University?
In the 12 months to 2026-08, 30960 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of Birmingham City University; the latest release month (2026-08) alone had 3187 records (1449 violent, 942 property, 796 minor).
Is it safe to walk around Birmingham City University at night?
We can only speak from recorded data, not predict any specific street or hour. Check the monthly table above and the street-level map in the free StudySafeLink app along your actual route, and follow common precautions (well-lit main roads, share your trip with family).
How can my family keep track of my safety?
With the free StudySafeLink app you can check in with one tap after class or at night; your bound parent gets an instant notification plus a daily reassurance summary, and Trip Guardian can share your journey status (with your consent) when you head home late.
Data: data.police.uk (UK). Monthly counts cover the 12 months to 2026-08; official releases may be revised by publishers. This page is for general reference only and is not safety advice. In an emergency always call 999 (emergency) or 101 (non-emergency) in the UK.