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

B92 · Solihull

104

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences49
  • Shoplifting15
  • Vehicle crime8

Solihull has less crime — 104 vs 153 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Dudley saw somewhat more crime than Solihull in February 2026 (153 vs 104 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Burglary (11), while Solihull has more Vehicle crime (8). 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, Solihull recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 104 vs 153 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. Solihull 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 February 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Burglary while Solihull had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Solihull recorded fewer total crimes (104 vs 153).

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