Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY6 · Dudley
96
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B77 · Staffordshire
222
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Dudley has less crime — 96 vs 222 incidents in April 2026.
Tamworth recorded notably higher crime than Dudley in April 2026 — 222 vs 96 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (14) and Other theft (12), while Tamworth has more Anti-social behaviour (41) and Public order (21). Dudley is below the national average while Tamworth is above, making Dudley the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Tamworth — 96 vs 222 incidents. That is 57% 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 Tamworth had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (96 vs 222).