Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF12 · Kirklees
269
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
WF17 · Kirklees
334
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Dewsbury has less crime — 269 vs 334 incidents in April 2026.
Dewsbury saw somewhat more crime than Dewsbury in April 2026 (334 vs 269 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Public order (33) and Shoplifting (28), while Dewsbury has more Anti-social behaviour (60) and Criminal damage & arson (28). 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 April 2026 Police data, Dewsbury recorded fewer crimes than Dewsbury — 269 vs 334 incidents. That is 19% fewer crimes. Dewsbury is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Public order and Shoplifting while Dewsbury had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dewsbury recorded fewer total crimes (269 vs 334).