Dudley vs Stafford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dudley

DY6 · Dudley

90

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences38
  • Burglary10
  • Other theft9

Stafford

ST17 · Staffordshire

133

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences49
  • Anti-social behaviour27
  • Other theft15

Dudley has less crime — 90 vs 133 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Stafford saw somewhat more crime than Dudley in March 2026 (133 vs 90 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Burglary (10), while Stafford has more Anti-social behaviour (27). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dudley or Stafford safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Stafford — 90 vs 133 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. Dudley is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Burglary while Stafford had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (90 vs 133).

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