Dewsbury vs Stanhope — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Dewsbury

BD11 · Kirklees

91

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences28
  • Shoplifting15
  • Anti-social behaviour13

Stanhope

DL13 · County Durham

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Public order1
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Stanhope has less crime — 2 vs 91 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Dewsbury recorded substantially more crime than Stanhope in April 2026 — 91 incidents compared to 2, a 45.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (28) and Shoplifting (15), while Stanhope has more Public order (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dewsbury or Stanhope safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Stanhope recorded fewer crimes than Dewsbury — 2 vs 91 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Stanhope is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Dewsbury and Stanhope?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting while Stanhope had more Public order. Overall, Stanhope recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 91).

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