Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF16 · Kirklees
237
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WF1 · Wakefield
491
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Dewsbury has less crime — 237 vs 491 incidents in February 2026.
Wakefield recorded notably higher crime than Dewsbury in February 2026 — 491 vs 237 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Other theft (20), while Wakefield has more Shoplifting (45). 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 February 2026 Police data, Dewsbury recorded fewer crimes than Wakefield — 237 vs 491 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Wakefield is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Other theft while Wakefield had more Shoplifting. Overall, Dewsbury recorded fewer total crimes (237 vs 491).