Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B49 · Warwickshire
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DY11 · Worcestershire
279
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Alcester has less crime — 51 vs 279 incidents in April 2026.
Kidderminster recorded substantially more crime than Alcester in April 2026 — 279 incidents compared to 51, a 5.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alcester sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Kidderminster has more Shoplifting (37) and Public order (28). Alcester is below the national average while Kidderminster is above, making Alcester the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Alcester recorded fewer crimes than Kidderminster — 51 vs 279 incidents. That is 82% 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 Kidderminster had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Alcester recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 279).