HERE are the Covid-19 infection rates in Dudley and surrounding areas as we approach the new year.

In Dudley the highest number of coronavirus cases per 100,000 people was recorded in the Dibdale area according to the latest data available.

Here is the latest government data showing the number of Covid-19 cases per 100,000 people between the seven day period ending on December 23, 2021:

Dudley

Dibdale - 1,122.8

Woodsetton - 939.9

Russell's Hall - 794.9

Dixons Green - 764.1

New Dock & Eve Hill - 735.9

Dudley Priory & Wrens Nest - 552.7

Kates Hill - 498.4

Other areas

Sedgley West - 872.3

Upper Gornal & Ruiton - 764.7

Lower Gornal & The Straits - 753.2

Sedgley East - 640.2