Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B49 · Warwickshire
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DY9 · Dudley
32
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Dudley has less crime — 32 vs 51 incidents in April 2026.
Alcester recorded notably higher crime than Dudley in April 2026 — 51 vs 32 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alcester sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Dudley has more Burglary (5) and Public order (5). 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, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Alcester — 32 vs 51 incidents. That is 37% fewer crimes. Dudley 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 Burglary and Public order. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (32 vs 51).