Dudley vs Kidderminster — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dudley

DY1 · Dudley

287

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences134
  • Criminal damage & arson27
  • Shoplifting25

Kidderminster

DY10 · Worcestershire

105

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences36
  • Criminal damage & arson16
  • Anti-social behaviour15

Kidderminster has less crime — 105 vs 287 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Dudley recorded substantially more crime than Kidderminster in February 2026 — 287 incidents compared to 105, a 2.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (25), while Kidderminster has more Anti-social behaviour (15). 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 Kidderminster safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Kidderminster recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 105 vs 287 incidents. That is 63% fewer crimes. Dudley is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Kidderminster had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Kidderminster recorded fewer total crimes (105 vs 287).

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