Dudley vs Hurst Green — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dudley

DY8 · Dudley

153

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences68
  • Shoplifting27
  • Burglary11

Hurst Green

B63 · Dudley

142

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences74
  • Shoplifting20
  • Vehicle crime9

Hurst Green has less crime — 142 vs 153 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Dudley and Hurst Green recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 153 and 142 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Burglary (11), while Hurst Green has more Vehicle crime (9). 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 Hurst Green safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Hurst Green recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 142 vs 153 incidents. That is 7% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Dudley and Hurst Green?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Burglary while Hurst Green had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Hurst Green recorded fewer total crimes (142 vs 153).

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