Birmingham vs Dudley — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Birmingham

B73 · Birmingham

159

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Shoplifting38
  • Anti-social behaviour17

Dudley

DY8 · Dudley

159

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences57
  • Shoplifting24
  • Public order21

Both areas recorded the same number of crimes (159) in April 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham and Dudley recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 159 and 159 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (17), while Dudley has more Public order (21). 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?

Birmingham and Dudley recorded identical crime totals in April 2026 (159 incidents each). The full reports reveal differences in crime type and trend that the headline figure doesn't capture.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Dudley had more Public order. Total crime levels were similar.

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