Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST12 · Staffordshire
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DY3 · Dudley
125
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Barlaston has less crime — 18 vs 125 incidents in February 2026.
Dudley recorded substantially more crime than Barlaston in February 2026 — 125 incidents compared to 18, a 6.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barlaston sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3) and Anti-social behaviour (2), while Dudley has more Shoplifting (13) 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, Barlaston recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 18 vs 125 incidents. That is 86% fewer crimes. Barlaston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Barlaston saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Anti-social behaviour while Dudley had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Barlaston recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 125).