Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY6 · Dudley
96
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SY14 · Cheshire West and Chester
19
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Malpas has less crime — 19 vs 96 incidents in April 2026.
Dudley recorded substantially more crime than Malpas in April 2026 — 96 incidents compared to 19, a 5.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (14) and Other theft (12), while Malpas has more Public order (8) and Anti-social behaviour (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Malpas recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 19 vs 96 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Malpas is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Other theft while Malpas had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Malpas recorded fewer total crimes (19 vs 96).