Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF13 · Kirklees
390
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
WF10 · Wakefield
318
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Wakefield has less crime — 318 vs 390 incidents in April 2026.
Dewsbury saw somewhat more crime than Wakefield in April 2026 (390 vs 318 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (72) and Public order (38), while Wakefield has more Other theft (43) and Shoplifting (36). 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, Wakefield recorded fewer crimes than Dewsbury — 318 vs 390 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes. Dewsbury is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Wakefield had more Other theft and Shoplifting. Overall, Wakefield recorded fewer total crimes (318 vs 390).