Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF17 · Kirklees
219
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WF14 · Kirklees
116
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Mirfield has less crime — 116 vs 219 incidents in February 2026.
Dewsbury recorded notably higher crime than Mirfield in February 2026 — 219 vs 116 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (22) and Public order (20), while Mirfield has more Shoplifting (14) and Burglary (10). 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, Mirfield recorded fewer crimes than Dewsbury — 116 vs 219 incidents. That is 47% fewer crimes. Dewsbury is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Mirfield had more Shoplifting and Burglary. Overall, Mirfield recorded fewer total crimes (116 vs 219).