Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY2 · Dudley
210
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
DY10 · Worcestershire
105
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Kidderminster has less crime — 105 vs 210 incidents in February 2026.
Dudley recorded notably higher crime than Kidderminster in February 2026 — 210 vs 105 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (21) and Burglary (15), while Kidderminster has more Criminal damage & arson (16) and Anti-social behaviour (15). 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, Kidderminster recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 105 vs 210 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Dudley is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Burglary while Kidderminster had more Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Kidderminster recorded fewer total crimes (105 vs 210).