Dudley vs Solihull — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Dudley

DY6 · Dudley

107

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences48
  • Shoplifting16
  • Burglary10

Solihull

B91 · Solihull

196

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Shoplifting44
  • Anti-social behaviour24

Dudley has less crime — 107 vs 196 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Solihull recorded notably higher crime than Dudley in February 2026 — 196 vs 107 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Burglary (10), while Solihull has more Anti-social behaviour (24). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dudley or Solihull safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Solihull — 107 vs 196 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Solihull is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Dudley and Solihull?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Burglary while Solihull had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (107 vs 196).

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