Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY14 · Shropshire
12
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DY3 · Dudley
125
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Cleobury Mortimer has less crime — 12 vs 125 incidents in February 2026.
Dudley recorded substantially more crime than Cleobury Mortimer in February 2026 — 125 incidents compared to 12, a 10.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cleobury Mortimer sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (2) and Weapons possession (1), while Dudley has more Shoplifting (13) and Criminal damage & arson (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, Cleobury Mortimer recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 12 vs 125 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Cleobury Mortimer is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Cleobury Mortimer saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Weapons possession while Dudley had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cleobury Mortimer recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 125).