Dudley vs Dudley — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Dudley

DY1 · Dudley

333

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences128
  • Criminal damage & arson41
  • Shoplifting35

Dudley

DY8 · Dudley

159

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences57
  • Shoplifting24
  • Public order21

Dudley has less crime — 159 vs 333 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Dudley recorded notably higher crime than Dudley in April 2026 — 333 vs 159 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (41), 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Dudley or Dudley safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 159 vs 333 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Dudley is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Dudley and Dudley?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Dudley had more Public order. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (159 vs 333).

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