Dudley vs Solihull — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dudley

DY6 · Dudley

96

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences29
  • Vehicle crime14
  • Other theft12

Solihull

B92 · Solihull

146

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences49
  • Shoplifting19
  • Vehicle crime15

Dudley has less crime — 96 vs 146 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Solihull recorded notably higher crime than Dudley in April 2026 — 146 vs 96 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Other theft (12), while Solihull has more Shoplifting (19). 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 April 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Solihull — 96 vs 146 incidents. That is 34% fewer crimes. Dudley is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Other theft while Solihull had more Shoplifting. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (96 vs 146).

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