Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF17 · Kirklees
219
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WF1 · Wakefield
491
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Dewsbury has less crime — 219 vs 491 incidents in February 2026.
Wakefield recorded notably higher crime than Dewsbury in February 2026 — 491 vs 219 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (22), 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 — 219 vs 491 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Wakefield is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Wakefield had more Shoplifting. Overall, Dewsbury recorded fewer total crimes (219 vs 491).