Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY9 · Dudley
32
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B78 · Staffordshire
108
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Dudley has less crime — 32 vs 108 incidents in April 2026.
Tamworth recorded substantially more crime than Dudley in April 2026 — 108 incidents compared to 32, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Burglary (5) and Public order (5), while Tamworth has more Anti-social behaviour (22) and Other theft (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on April 2026 Police data, Dudley recorded fewer crimes than Tamworth — 32 vs 108 incidents. That is 70% 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 Tamworth had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (32 vs 108).