Dudley vs Dudley — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dudley

DY3 · Dudley

125

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences63
  • Shoplifting13
  • Criminal damage & arson10

Dudley

DY9 · Dudley

23

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Vehicle crime3
  • Criminal damage & arson3

Dudley has less crime — 23 vs 125 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Dudley recorded substantially more crime than Dudley in February 2026 — 125 incidents compared to 23, a 5.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13), while Dudley has more Vehicle crime (3). 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 February 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 23 vs 125 incidents. That is 82% fewer crimes. Dudley is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Dudley had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (23 vs 125).

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