Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF15 · Kirklees
110
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
WF3 · Leeds
51
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Leeds has less crime — 51 vs 110 incidents in February 2026.
Dewsbury recorded notably higher crime than Leeds in February 2026 — 110 vs 51 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (17) and Shoplifting (13), while Leeds has more Burglary (9) and Other theft (6). 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, Leeds recorded fewer crimes than Dewsbury — 51 vs 110 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Leeds is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Leeds had more Burglary and Other theft. Overall, Leeds recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 110).