Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY1 · Dudley
287
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B64 · Sandwell
190
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 190 vs 287 incidents in February 2026.
Dudley recorded notably higher crime than West Bromwich in February 2026 — 287 vs 190 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (25), while West Bromwich has more Burglary (14). 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, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 190 vs 287 incidents. That is 34% fewer crimes. Dudley is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Burglary. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (190 vs 287).