Kidderminster vs Kidderminster — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Kidderminster

DY10 · Worcestershire

118

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences35
  • Vehicle crime29
  • Criminal damage & arson11

Kidderminster

DY11 · Worcestershire

279

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences107
  • Shoplifting37
  • Public order28

Kidderminster has less crime — 118 vs 279 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Kidderminster recorded notably higher crime than Kidderminster in April 2026 — 279 vs 118 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kidderminster sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (29) and Criminal damage & arson (11), while Kidderminster has more Shoplifting (37) and Public order (28). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kidderminster or Kidderminster safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Kidderminster recorded fewer crimes than Kidderminster — 118 vs 279 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Kidderminster is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Kidderminster and Kidderminster?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kidderminster saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Kidderminster had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Kidderminster recorded fewer total crimes (118 vs 279).

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