Dudley vs Dudley — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dudley

DY1 · Dudley

287

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences134
  • Criminal damage & arson27
  • Shoplifting25

Dudley

DY5 · Dudley

229

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences83
  • Shoplifting55
  • Criminal damage & arson18

Dudley has less crime — 229 vs 287 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Dudley saw somewhat more crime than Dudley in February 2026 (287 vs 229 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Dudley records significantly more (134 vs 83 incidents). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dudley or Dudley safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 229 vs 287 incidents. That is 20% fewer crimes. Dudley is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Dudley recorded 134 incidents of this type vs 83 in Dudley. Overall, Dudley had fewer total crimes (229 vs 287).

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