Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B74 · Birmingham
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DY1 · Dudley
287
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 22 vs 287 incidents in February 2026.
Dudley recorded substantially more crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 287 incidents compared to 22, a 13.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (5) and Burglary (3), while Dudley has more Criminal damage & arson (27) and Shoplifting (25). Birmingham is below the national average while Dudley is above, making Birmingham the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 22 vs 287 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Birmingham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Burglary while Dudley had more Criminal damage & arson and Shoplifting. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 287).