Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY9 · Dudley
32
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SY8 · Shropshire
43
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Dudley has less crime — 32 vs 43 incidents in April 2026.
Ludlow saw somewhat more crime than Dudley in April 2026 (43 vs 32 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Burglary (5) and Public order (5), while Ludlow has more Other theft (6) and Criminal damage & arson (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Ludlow — 32 vs 43 incidents. That is 26% fewer crimes. Dudley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Burglary and Public order while Ludlow had more Other theft and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (32 vs 43).