Dudley vs Kinver — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dudley

DY9 · Dudley

23

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Vehicle crime3
  • Criminal damage & arson3

Kinver

DY7 · Staffordshire

7

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Public order1
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Kinver has less crime — 7 vs 23 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Dudley recorded substantially more crime than Kinver in February 2026 — 23 incidents compared to 7, a 3.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3) and Criminal damage & arson (3), while Kinver has more Public order (1) and Anti-social behaviour (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dudley or Kinver safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Kinver recorded fewer crimes than Dudley — 7 vs 23 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Kinver is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Kinver had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Kinver recorded fewer total crimes (7 vs 23).

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