Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B49 · Warwickshire
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DY10 · Worcestershire
105
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Alcester has less crime — 41 vs 105 incidents in February 2026.
Kidderminster recorded substantially more crime than Alcester in February 2026 — 105 incidents compared to 41, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alcester sees higher rates of Public order (4), while Kidderminster has more Criminal damage & arson (16). 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 Kidderminster — 41 vs 105 incidents. That is 61% 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 Public order while Kidderminster had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Alcester recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 105).