Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF12 · Kirklees
253
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WF14 · Kirklees
116
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Mirfield has less crime — 116 vs 253 incidents in February 2026.
Dewsbury recorded notably higher crime than Mirfield in February 2026 — 253 vs 116 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Public order (23), while Mirfield has more Burglary (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Mirfield recorded fewer crimes than Dewsbury — 116 vs 253 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Dewsbury is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Public order while Mirfield had more Burglary. Overall, Mirfield recorded fewer total crimes (116 vs 253).