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Low Cost Detectives Birmingham, UK Branch
Low Cost Detectives Birmingham, UK Branch started Investigations in 1992. It is located in the Bristol Rd South area of Birmingham.
Whats unique about lowcostdetectives.com?
We provide our clients with a unique, simple, cost effective yet high value and very results driven service.
Get in touch with our Expert Birmingham Detectives
Do you need to hire a Birmingham UK Private Detective?
Detectives Birmingham UK. If you are looking to seek the services of an experienced professional Detective Agency then Low Cost Detectives are the perfect choice for you, with over 30 years of specialised Industry Experience. Our teams are fully trained, equipped and dedicated to our clients needs with 100% transparency and confidentiality.
Private Investigator Specialisms
Private Investigators can specialise in various types of investigation dependent on his or her training and background. When choosing a Private Investigator it is best to try and find an investigator whose experience well matches the unique requirements of your case. An example might be a person looking to investigate the background of somebody they met through online dating. A Private Detective who specialises in computers and digital communications as well as has extensive experience of investigating romance scams would be an ideal fit.
Birmingham UK Crime Interesting Links & Articles:
Stay updated with crime news in Birmingham. Get the latest reports from Birmingham Mail.
Understand the context of knife crime in Birmingham. In-depth coverage by BBC News.
Explore the crime statistics of different streets in Birmingham. Detailed mapping available at Birmingham Mail.
Our Core Detective Services in Birmingham and Surrounding Areas
At Low Cost Detectives, we are proud to offer a comprehensive range of professional investigation services to individuals, businesses, and legal professionals throughout Birmingham and the wider West Midlands. With over 30 years of experience and a dedicated local team, we deliver results-driven, discreet, and cost-effective solutions tailored to your unique needs.
Our core services include:
Personal Investigations:
Discreet surveillance, background checks, infidelity investigations, tracing missing persons and support with family or relationship matters.Business & Corporate Investigations:
Uncovering corporate fraud, employee misconduct, due diligence, asset tracing, internal theft and comprehensive company checks.Legal Support Services:
Evidence gathering for legal cases, process serving, litigation support, and criminal or civil investigations for solicitors and barristers.Specialist Services:
Bug sweeping (TSCM), cyber investigations, scam and fraud recovery, vehicle tracking and more.
Our full A – Z list of services can be accessed here.
Every case is handled with complete confidentiality, transparency and professionalism. Whether you need answers for personal peace of mind, business security, or legal proceedings, Low Cost Detectives is here to help.
Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation with our Birmingham team.
Areas We Serve from Our Birmingham Branch
We proudly serve Birmingham and the surrounding region, including Wolverhampton, Coventry, Solihull, Walsall, Dudley, West Bromwich, Sutton Coldfield, Tamworth, Lichfield, Cannock, Redditch, Kidderminster, Stourbridge, Nuneaton, Rugby, Leamington Spa, Telford, Stafford, Burton upon Trent, and Warwick.
Our team also covers all neighborhoods, villages, and communities located between these towns, ensuring comprehensive service across the entire West Midlands. If you’re located anywhere in or near Birmingham or the towns listed above, we’re here to help. No matter how big or small your community.
Not sure if we cover your area? Contact us today, and our friendly team will confirm service availability for your location.
what our birmingham clients say
“Low Cost Detectives provided discreet surveillance when I needed answers about a personal matter. Their team was professional, understanding, and kept me updated throughout. Highly recommended for anyone in Birmingham needing peace of mind.”
Anonymous
Edgbaston
“I was worried about a potential employee’s background. The investigators at Low Cost Detectives in Birmingham delivered a thorough background check quickly and confidentially. Excellent service.”
Business Owner
Solihull
“After months of not knowing where my estranged relative was, the team managed to trace them sensitively and reunited us. I’m so grateful for their help.”
Client
Coventry
Birmingham Crime Statistics
At Low Cost Detectives, we believe that staying informed is key to staying safe.
Here are the latest crime statistics for Birmingham, based on official police data for 2024:
Birmingham’s overall crime rate is approximately 140 crimes per 1,000 people. That’s 35% higher than the West Midlands average and 57% higher than the England and Wales average. Violent crime and sexual offences are the most common, making up about 40% of all reported crimes in the city. The violent crime rate is 48.3 per 1,000 people, which is significantly above the national average.
Other prevalent crime types in Birmingham include:
Vehicle theft: 9% of all crimes
Antisocial behaviour: 7.7%
Other theft: 7%
Shoplifting: This has seen a sharp increase, up 40.6% in the last year
Areas such as Birmingham city centre and Bordesley Green have some of the highest crime rates in the country. For example, the New Street area recorded 1,441 offences per 1,000 residents in 2024, making it the most crime-affected neighbourhood in England and Wales.
Trends to note:
Violent crime rates are actually falling faster in Birmingham than the national average, with an 11.8% decrease since last year.
Shoplifting and possession of weapons offences have increased, with weapons offences now at more than three times the national average.
Summary Table:
| Crime Type | % of All Crimes | Rate per 1,000 | Trend (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violent & Sexual Offences | ~40% | 48.3 | Decreasing (-11.8%) |
| Vehicle Theft | 9% | — | Decreasing |
| Antisocial Behaviour | 7.7% | — | — |
| Shoplifting | — | — | Increasing (+40.6%) |
| Possession of Weapons | 2.1% | — | Increasing (+2%) |
Source: West Midlands Police, Plumplot, CrimeRate, 2024–2025.
If you’re concerned about crime in your area or need expert investigative support, Low Cost Detectives is here to help. Contact us for discreet, professional assistance anywhere in Birmingham or the surrounding towns.
F.A.Q Low Cost Detectives Birmingham
Please find a list below of frequently asked questions and answers
A Private Investigator’s job is to help organisations, members of the public, and solicitors, to solve sensitive or difficult problems by discretely gathering evidence and information. Information is gathered using professional methods, including tracking, surveillance, making enquiries and monitoring. A Private Investigator will uncover the facts. This information is then presented, and advice is offered for you where appropriate.
Surveillance, monitoring and vehicle tracking
Personal background and history checks
Relationship issues
Employee Absenteeism
Tracing missing people
Investigating fraud and theft
Using a private investigator is perfectly legal, providing that you choose a professional and ethical investigator or agency that follow the rule of the law, based on the country they operate in.
Private investigators employ the use of a variety of professional tools, equipment and know-how to obtain the information they require. The way in which information is gathered will depend completely on the nature of the case that is being investigated.
The price you can expect to pay for a private investigator to take on your case will be entirely dependent on the nature and extent of your enquiry. Factors that will play a part in the cost include the number of operatives that will be required to carry out the investigation, mileage undertaken, and the tools, equipment and resources required.
Typical costs for common investigations are:
Surveillance – £45 – £75 per hour
Tracing people – £150 – £350
Background checks – £55 – £95 per hour
GPS tracking – £300 – £800
