Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY9 · Dudley
23
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DY7 · Staffordshire
7
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Kinver has less crime — 7 vs 23 incidents in February 2026.
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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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.
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).