Dudley vs Wigginton — 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

Wigginton

B79 · Staffordshire

44

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Other theft5
  • Vehicle crime5

Wigginton has less crime — 44 vs 153 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Dudley recorded substantially more crime than Wigginton in February 2026 — 153 incidents compared to 44, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (27) and Burglary (11), while Wigginton has more Other theft (5) and Vehicle crime (5). 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 Wigginton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Wigginton recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 44 vs 153 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Wigginton is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Burglary while Wigginton had more Other theft and Vehicle crime. Overall, Wigginton recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 153).

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