Cheadle vs Dudley — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Cheadle

ST10 · Staffordshire

20

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences13
  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Dudley

DY6 · Dudley

107

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences48
  • Shoplifting16
  • Burglary10

Cheadle has less crime — 20 vs 107 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Dudley recorded substantially more crime than Cheadle in February 2026 — 107 incidents compared to 20, a 5.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cheadle sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (3) and Criminal damage & arson (1), while Dudley has more Shoplifting (16) and Burglary (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cheadle or Dudley safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Cheadle recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 20 vs 107 incidents. That is 81% fewer crimes. Cheadle is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Cheadle and Dudley?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Cheadle saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Dudley had more Shoplifting and Burglary. Overall, Cheadle recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 107).

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