Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B50 · Warwickshire
36
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DY2 · Dudley
288
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Bidford-on-Avon has less crime — 36 vs 288 incidents in April 2026.
Dudley recorded substantially more crime than Bidford-on-Avon in April 2026 — 288 incidents compared to 36, a 8.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bidford-on-Avon sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (13) and Public order (4), while Dudley has more Shoplifting (36) and Criminal damage & arson (34). Bidford-on-Avon is below the national average while Dudley is above, making Bidford-on-Avon the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bidford-on-Avon recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 36 vs 288 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Bidford-on-Avon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bidford-on-Avon saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Dudley had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bidford-on-Avon recorded fewer total crimes (36 vs 288).