Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY9 · Dudley
23
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B77 · Staffordshire
161
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Dudley has less crime — 23 vs 161 incidents in February 2026.
Tamworth recorded substantially more crime than Dudley in February 2026 — 161 incidents compared to 23, a 7.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3) and Criminal damage & arson (3), while Tamworth has more Anti-social behaviour (22) and Public order (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Tamworth — 23 vs 161 incidents. That is 86% 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 Tamworth had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (23 vs 161).