Is Dudley Central Safe?
Crime statistics for Dudley Central. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 14,052 total crimes recorded in Dudley Central
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Dudley Central — last 36 months
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Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Dudley Central by safety score
Compare Dudley Central With Nearby Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dudley Central safe?
Dudley Central has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. A total of 4,380 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 7% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Dudley Central are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Dudley Central in the last 12 months?
4,380 crimes were recorded in Dudley Central in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 7% compared to the previous 12-month period (4,708 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 5,965 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Dudley Central?
The most common crime in Dudley Central is Violent Crime, with 5,965 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 136.2% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Dudley Central increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Dudley Central is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 7% — from 4,708 crimes in the previous 12 months to 4,380 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Dudley Central?
Dudley Central has a safety score of 9 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Dudley Central compare to the West Midlands Police average?
Dudley Central has a safety score of 9/100, while the West Midlands Police force area average is 10/100. Dudley Central is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Dudley Central?
42.8% of crimes recorded in Dudley Central resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by West Midlands Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Dudley Central?
5,965 violent crimes were recorded in Dudley Central in the last 12 months — representing 136.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 1,001 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Dudley Central last updated?
The crime data for Dudley Central was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Dudley Central with other areas?
You can compare Dudley Central with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.