Kidderminster vs Redditch — 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

Redditch

B98 · Worcestershire

150

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences74
  • Shoplifting16
  • Other theft13

Kidderminster has less crime — 118 vs 150 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Redditch saw somewhat more crime than Kidderminster in April 2026 (150 vs 118 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kidderminster sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (29) and Criminal damage & arson (11), while Redditch has more Shoplifting (16) and Other theft (13). 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 Redditch safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Kidderminster recorded fewer crimes than Redditch — 118 vs 150 incidents. That is 21% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kidderminster saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Redditch had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Kidderminster recorded fewer total crimes (118 vs 150).

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