Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B49 · Warwickshire
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B62 · Dudley
120
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Alcester has less crime — 41 vs 120 incidents in February 2026.
Hurst Green recorded substantially more crime than Alcester in February 2026 — 120 incidents compared to 41, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alcester sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (12) and Public order (4), while Hurst Green has more Shoplifting (25) and Criminal damage & arson (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Alcester recorded fewer crimes than Hurst Green — 41 vs 120 incidents. That is 66% fewer crimes. Alcester is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Alcester saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Hurst Green had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Alcester recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 120).