Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B75 · Birmingham
78
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DY9 · Dudley
32
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Dudley has less crime — 32 vs 78 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Dudley in April 2026 — 78 vs 32 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (16) and Anti-social behaviour (7), while Dudley has more Burglary (5) and Public order (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 32 vs 78 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Dudley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Dudley had more Burglary and Public order. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (32 vs 78).