Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF12 · Kirklees
269
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
WF11 · Wakefield
127
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Wakefield has less crime — 127 vs 269 incidents in April 2026.
Dewsbury recorded notably higher crime than Wakefield in April 2026 — 269 vs 127 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Public order (33) and Shoplifting (28), while Wakefield has more Anti-social behaviour (21) 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, Wakefield recorded fewer crimes than Dewsbury — 127 vs 269 incidents. That is 53% 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 Wakefield had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Wakefield recorded fewer total crimes (127 vs 269).