Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BD11 · Kirklees
91
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DL4 · County Durham
140
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Dewsbury has less crime — 91 vs 140 incidents in April 2026.
Shildon recorded notably higher crime than Dewsbury in April 2026 — 140 vs 91 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (15), while Shildon has more Criminal damage & arson (24). 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 Shildon — 91 vs 140 incidents. That is 35% 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 Shildon had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dewsbury recorded fewer total crimes (91 vs 140).