Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY9 · Dudley
23
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B65 · Sandwell
257
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Dudley has less crime — 23 vs 257 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Dudley in February 2026 — 257 incidents compared to 23, a 11.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dudley sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (3), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (55). Dudley is below the national average while West Bromwich 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 West Bromwich — 23 vs 257 incidents. That is 91% 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 Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, Dudley recorded fewer total crimes (23 vs 257).