Dudley vs Dudley — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dudley

DY3 · Dudley

159

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences53
  • Shoplifting23
  • Vehicle crime19

Dudley

DY5 · Dudley

330

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences127
  • Shoplifting68
  • Criminal damage & arson28

Dudley has less crime — 159 vs 330 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Dudley recorded notably higher crime than Dudley in April 2026 — 330 vs 159 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (19), while Dudley has more Criminal damage & arson (28). 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 330 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 Vehicle crime while Dudley had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (159 vs 330).

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