Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY2 · Dudley
288
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
SY14 · Cheshire West and Chester
19
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Malpas has less crime — 19 vs 288 incidents in April 2026.
Dudley recorded substantially more crime than Malpas in April 2026 — 288 incidents compared to 19, a 15.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (36) and Criminal damage & arson (34), while Malpas has more Public order (8) and Anti-social behaviour (3). Dudley sits above the national average for recorded crime while Malpas is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Malpas recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 19 vs 288 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Malpas is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Malpas had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Malpas recorded fewer total crimes (19 vs 288).