Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY9 · Dudley
23
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SY3 · Shropshire
96
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Dudley has less crime — 23 vs 96 incidents in February 2026.
Shrewsbury recorded substantially more crime than Dudley in February 2026 — 96 incidents compared to 23, a 4.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3) and Criminal damage & arson (3), while Shrewsbury has more Anti-social behaviour (21) and Other theft (8). 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, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Shrewsbury — 23 vs 96 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Dudley 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 Shrewsbury had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (23 vs 96).