Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY6 · Dudley
96
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SY3 · Shropshire
70
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Shrewsbury has less crime — 70 vs 96 incidents in April 2026.
Dudley saw somewhat more crime than Shrewsbury in April 2026 (96 vs 70 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (14) and Other theft (12), while Shrewsbury has more Public order (7) and Criminal damage & arson (7). 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, Shrewsbury recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 70 vs 96 incidents. That is 27% fewer crimes. Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Shrewsbury recorded fewer total crimes (70 vs 96).