Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY5 · Dudley
330
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B43 · Sandwell
135
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 135 vs 330 incidents in April 2026.
Dudley recorded notably higher crime than West Bromwich in April 2026 — 330 vs 135 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (68), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (14). 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, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 135 vs 330 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Dudley 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 Vehicle crime. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (135 vs 330).