Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY9 · Dudley
23
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B91 · Solihull
196
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Dudley has less crime — 23 vs 196 incidents in February 2026.
Solihull recorded substantially more crime than Dudley in February 2026 — 196 incidents compared to 23, a 8.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3) and Criminal damage & arson (3), while Solihull has more Shoplifting (44) and Anti-social behaviour (24). Dudley is below the national average while Solihull is above, making Dudley the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Solihull — 23 vs 196 incidents. That is 88% 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 Solihull had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (23 vs 196).