Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY8 · Dudley
159
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
B66 · Sandwell
513
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Dudley has less crime — 159 vs 513 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Dudley in April 2026 — 513 incidents compared to 159, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (24) and Public order (21), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (52) and Criminal damage & arson (38). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 159 vs 513 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (159 vs 513).