Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF12 · Kirklees
253
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WF16 · Kirklees
237
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Dewsbury has less crime — 237 vs 253 incidents in February 2026.
Dewsbury and Dewsbury recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 253 and 237 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (30), while Dewsbury has more Other theft (20). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Dewsbury recorded fewer crimes than Dewsbury — 237 vs 253 incidents. That is 6% fewer crimes. Dewsbury is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Dewsbury had more Other theft. Overall, Dewsbury recorded fewer total crimes (237 vs 253).