Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B75 · Birmingham
75
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DY6 · Dudley
107
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Birmingham has less crime — 75 vs 107 incidents in February 2026.
Dudley saw somewhat more crime than Birmingham in February 2026 (107 vs 75 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (9) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Dudley has more Shoplifting (16) and Burglary (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 75 vs 107 incidents. That is 30% 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 Criminal damage & arson while Dudley had more Shoplifting and Burglary. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (75 vs 107).