Dudley vs Solihull — 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

Solihull

B90 · Solihull

206

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Shoplifting89
  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Vehicle crime16

Dudley has less crime — 153 vs 206 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Solihull saw somewhat more crime than Dudley in February 2026 (206 vs 153 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Burglary (11), while Solihull has more Vehicle crime (16). 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 — 153 vs 206 incidents. That is 26% 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 Vehicle crime. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (153 vs 206).

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