Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF12 · Kirklees
253
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WF5 · Wakefield
108
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Wakefield has less crime — 108 vs 253 incidents in February 2026.
Dewsbury recorded notably higher crime than Wakefield in February 2026 — 253 vs 108 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (30) and Public order (23), while Wakefield has more Anti-social behaviour (10) and Vehicle crime (9). 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, Wakefield recorded fewer crimes than Dewsbury — 108 vs 253 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Dewsbury is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Wakefield had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Wakefield recorded fewer total crimes (108 vs 253).