Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY6 · Dudley
96
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DE11 · Derbyshire
193
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Dudley has less crime — 96 vs 193 incidents in April 2026.
Swadlincote recorded notably higher crime than Dudley in April 2026 — 193 vs 96 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (14) and Other theft (12), while Swadlincote has more Anti-social behaviour (23) and Public order (21). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Swadlincote — 96 vs 193 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Dudley 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 Swadlincote had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (96 vs 193).