Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY8 · Dudley
153
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
B66 · Sandwell
458
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Dudley has less crime — 153 vs 458 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Dudley in February 2026 — 458 incidents compared to 153, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (27) and Burglary (11), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (44) and Criminal damage & arson (31). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 153 vs 458 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Burglary while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (153 vs 458).