Dudley vs Hurst Green — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dudley

DY5 · Dudley

330

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

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

Hurst Green

B63 · Dudley

149

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences69
  • Criminal damage & arson20
  • Vehicle crime14

Hurst Green has less crime — 149 vs 330 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Dudley recorded notably higher crime than Hurst Green in April 2026 — 330 vs 149 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (68), while Hurst Green has more Vehicle crime (14). 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 Hurst Green safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hurst Green recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 149 vs 330 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Dudley is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Hurst Green had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Hurst Green recorded fewer total crimes (149 vs 330).

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