Dewsbury vs Steeton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dewsbury

BD19 · Kirklees

156

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences58
  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Public order16

Steeton

BD20 · Bradford

32

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Criminal damage & arson6
  • Other theft4

Steeton has less crime — 32 vs 156 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Dewsbury recorded substantially more crime than Steeton in April 2026 — 156 incidents compared to 32, a 4.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (19) and Public order (16), while Steeton has more Criminal damage & arson (6) and Other theft (4). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dewsbury or Steeton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Steeton recorded fewer crimes than Dewsbury — 32 vs 156 incidents. That is 79% fewer crimes. Steeton is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Steeton had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Steeton recorded fewer total crimes (32 vs 156).

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