Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BD11 · Kirklees
91
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DL17 · County Durham
150
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Dewsbury has less crime — 91 vs 150 incidents in April 2026.
Ferryhill recorded notably higher crime than Dewsbury in April 2026 — 150 vs 91 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (15), while Ferryhill has more Criminal damage & arson (26). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Dewsbury recorded fewer crimes than Ferryhill — 91 vs 150 incidents. That is 39% fewer crimes. Dewsbury is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Ferryhill had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dewsbury recorded fewer total crimes (91 vs 150).