Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BD11 · Kirklees
63
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BD22 · Bradford
29
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Keighley has less crime — 29 vs 63 incidents in February 2026.
Dewsbury recorded notably higher crime than Keighley in February 2026 — 63 vs 29 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (12) and Anti-social behaviour (6), while Keighley has more Drugs (5) and Public order (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Keighley recorded fewer crimes than Dewsbury — 29 vs 63 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Keighley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Keighley had more Drugs and Public order. Overall, Keighley recorded fewer total crimes (29 vs 63).