Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BD11 · Kirklees
91
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BD15 · Bradford
148
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Dewsbury has less crime — 91 vs 148 incidents in April 2026.
Queensbury recorded notably higher crime than Dewsbury in April 2026 — 148 vs 91 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (15) and Anti-social behaviour (13), while Queensbury has more Criminal damage & arson (20) and Burglary (14). 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 Queensbury — 91 vs 148 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 and Anti-social behaviour while Queensbury had more Criminal damage & arson and Burglary. Overall, Dewsbury recorded fewer total crimes (91 vs 148).