Dudley vs Swadlincote — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Dudley

DY9 · Dudley

32

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Burglary5
  • Public order5

Swadlincote

DE11 · Derbyshire

193

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences86
  • Anti-social behaviour23
  • Public order21

Dudley has less crime — 32 vs 193 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Swadlincote recorded substantially more crime than Dudley in April 2026 — 193 incidents compared to 32, a 6.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Burglary (5), while Swadlincote has more Anti-social behaviour (23). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dudley or Swadlincote safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Swadlincote — 32 vs 193 incidents. That is 83% fewer crimes. Dudley is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Dudley and Swadlincote?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dudley saw higher rates of Burglary while Swadlincote had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (32 vs 193).

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