Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B75 · Birmingham
78
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DY8 · Dudley
159
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Birmingham has less crime — 78 vs 159 incidents in April 2026.
Dudley recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in April 2026 — 159 vs 78 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (7), 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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Based on April 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 78 vs 159 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Birmingham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Dudley had more Public order. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (78 vs 159).