Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY3 · Dudley
125
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
B71 · Sandwell
265
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Dudley has less crime — 125 vs 265 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Dudley in February 2026 — 265 vs 125 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (31). 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, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 125 vs 265 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (125 vs 265).