Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BD16 · Bradford
98
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HD1 · Kirklees
487
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bingley has less crime — 98 vs 487 incidents in February 2026.
Huddersfield recorded substantially more crime than Bingley in February 2026 — 487 incidents compared to 98, a 5.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bingley sees higher rates of Burglary (17) and Anti-social behaviour (10), while Huddersfield has more Drugs (47) and Public order (47). Bingley is below the national average while Huddersfield is above, making Bingley the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Bingley recorded fewer crimes than Huddersfield — 98 vs 487 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Bingley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bingley saw higher rates of Burglary and Anti-social behaviour while Huddersfield had more Drugs and Public order. Overall, Bingley recorded fewer total crimes (98 vs 487).