Dudley vs Solihull — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dudley

DY8 · Dudley

159

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences57
  • Shoplifting24
  • Public order21

Solihull

B92 · Solihull

146

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences49
  • Shoplifting19
  • Vehicle crime15

Solihull has less crime — 146 vs 159 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Dudley and Solihull recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 159 and 146 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Public order (21), while Solihull has more Vehicle crime (15). 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 April 2026 Police data, Solihull recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 146 vs 159 incidents. That is 8% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Dudley and Solihull?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Public order while Solihull had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Solihull recorded fewer total crimes (146 vs 159).

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