Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY9 · Dudley
32
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SY11 · Shropshire
45
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Dudley has less crime — 32 vs 45 incidents in April 2026.
Oswestry saw somewhat more crime than Dudley in April 2026 (45 vs 32 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Burglary (5) and Public order (5), while Oswestry has more Anti-social behaviour (16) and Criminal damage & arson (7). 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 Oswestry — 32 vs 45 incidents. That is 29% 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 Oswestry had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (32 vs 45).