Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF12 · Kirklees
269
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
WF14 · Kirklees
146
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Mirfield has less crime — 146 vs 269 incidents in April 2026.
Dewsbury recorded notably higher crime than Mirfield in April 2026 — 269 vs 146 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Public order (33) and Shoplifting (28), while Mirfield has more Anti-social behaviour (19) and Criminal damage & arson (19). 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, Mirfield recorded fewer crimes than Dewsbury — 146 vs 269 incidents. That is 46% 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 Mirfield had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Mirfield recorded fewer total crimes (146 vs 269).