Birmingham vs Dudley — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Birmingham

B72 · Birmingham

131

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Shoplifting37
  • Violence & sexual offences30
  • Anti-social behaviour12

Dudley

DY6 · Dudley

107

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences48
  • Shoplifting16
  • Burglary10

Dudley has less crime — 107 vs 131 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham saw somewhat more crime than Dudley in February 2026 (131 vs 107 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (12), while Dudley has more Burglary (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham or Dudley safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 107 vs 131 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Dudley had more Burglary. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (107 vs 131).

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