Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY5 · Dudley
330
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
DE11 · Derbyshire
193
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Swadlincote has less crime — 193 vs 330 incidents in April 2026.
Dudley recorded notably higher crime than Swadlincote in April 2026 — 330 vs 193 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (68) and Criminal damage & arson (28), while Swadlincote has more Anti-social behaviour (23) and Public order (21). 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, Swadlincote recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 193 vs 330 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Dudley is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Swadlincote had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Swadlincote recorded fewer total crimes (193 vs 330).