Alvechurch vs Dudley — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Alvechurch

B48 · Worcestershire

22

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Other theft5
  • Shoplifting4

Dudley

DY6 · Dudley

96

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences29
  • Vehicle crime14
  • Other theft12

Alvechurch has less crime — 22 vs 96 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Dudley recorded substantially more crime than Alvechurch in April 2026 — 96 incidents compared to 22, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alvechurch sees higher rates of Shoplifting (4), while Dudley has more Vehicle crime (14). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Alvechurch or Dudley safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Alvechurch recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 22 vs 96 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Alvechurch is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Alvechurch and Dudley?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Alvechurch saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Dudley had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Alvechurch recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 96).

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