Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B49 · Warwickshire
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DY11 · Worcestershire
244
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Alcester has less crime — 41 vs 244 incidents in February 2026.
Kidderminster recorded substantially more crime than Alcester in February 2026 — 244 incidents compared to 41, a 6.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alcester sees higher rates of Public order (4), while Kidderminster has more Shoplifting (32). Alcester is below the national average while Kidderminster is above, making Alcester the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Alcester recorded fewer crimes than Kidderminster — 41 vs 244 incidents. That is 83% fewer crimes. Alcester is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Alcester saw higher rates of Public order while Kidderminster had more Shoplifting. Overall, Alcester recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 244).