Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY2 · Dudley
210
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B64 · Sandwell
190
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 190 vs 210 incidents in February 2026.
Dudley and West Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 210 and 190 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (21), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (15). 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 210 incidents. That is 10% 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 Criminal damage & arson. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (190 vs 210).