Kidderminster vs Kidsgrove — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Kidderminster

DY10 · Worcestershire

111

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Criminal damage & arson14
  • Anti-social behaviour11

Kidsgrove

ST7 · Staffordshire

61

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Anti-social behaviour16
  • Vehicle crime8

Kidsgrove has less crime — 61 vs 111 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Kidderminster recorded notably higher crime than Kidsgrove in March 2026 — 111 vs 61 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kidderminster sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (14), while Kidsgrove has more Vehicle crime (8). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kidderminster or Kidsgrove safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Kidsgrove recorded fewer crimes than Kidderminster — 61 vs 111 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Kidsgrove is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Kidderminster and Kidsgrove?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Kidderminster saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Kidsgrove had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Kidsgrove recorded fewer total crimes (61 vs 111).

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