Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY5 · Dudley
330
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B70 · Sandwell
451
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Dudley has less crime — 330 vs 451 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Dudley in April 2026 (451 vs 330 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (68), while West Bromwich has more Other theft (37). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 330 vs 451 incidents. That is 27% 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 Other theft. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (330 vs 451).