Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BD11 · Kirklees
91
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
HD8 · Kirklees
9
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Kirkburton has less crime — 9 vs 91 incidents in April 2026.
Dewsbury recorded substantially more crime than Kirkburton in April 2026 — 91 incidents compared to 9, a 10.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (15) and Anti-social behaviour (13), while Kirkburton has more Other crime (2) and Public order (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Kirkburton recorded fewer crimes than Dewsbury — 9 vs 91 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Kirkburton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Kirkburton had more Other crime and Public order. Overall, Kirkburton recorded fewer total crimes (9 vs 91).