Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY3 · Dudley
159
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
DY4 · Sandwell
360
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Dudley has less crime — 159 vs 360 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Dudley in April 2026 — 360 vs 159 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (23), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (37). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 159 vs 360 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (159 vs 360).