Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B49 · Warwickshire
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DY6 · Dudley
96
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Alcester has less crime — 51 vs 96 incidents in April 2026.
Dudley recorded notably higher crime than Alcester in April 2026 — 96 vs 51 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alcester sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Dudley has more Vehicle crime (14) and Other theft (12). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Alcester recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 51 vs 96 incidents. That is 47% fewer crimes. Alcester is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Alcester saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Dudley had more Vehicle crime and Other theft. Overall, Alcester recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 96).