Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY5 · Dudley
229
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
DE11 · Derbyshire
146
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Swadlincote has less crime — 146 vs 229 incidents in February 2026.
Dudley recorded notably higher crime than Swadlincote in February 2026 — 229 vs 146 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (55) and Criminal damage & arson (18), while Swadlincote has more Public order (13) and Other theft (12). 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, Swadlincote recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 146 vs 229 incidents. That is 36% fewer crimes. Dudley is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Swadlincote had more Public order and Other theft. Overall, Swadlincote recorded fewer total crimes (146 vs 229).