Bidford-on-Avon vs Dudley — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bidford-on-Avon

B50 · Warwickshire

54

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences28
  • Anti-social behaviour12
  • Burglary5

Dudley

DY9 · Dudley

23

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Vehicle crime3
  • Criminal damage & arson3

Dudley has less crime — 23 vs 54 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Bidford-on-Avon recorded notably higher crime than Dudley in February 2026 — 54 vs 23 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bidford-on-Avon sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (12) and Burglary (5), while Dudley has more Vehicle crime (3) and Criminal damage & arson (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bidford-on-Avon or Dudley safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Bidford-on-Avon — 23 vs 54 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Dudley is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bidford-on-Avon and Dudley?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bidford-on-Avon saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Burglary while Dudley had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (23 vs 54).

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