Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF17 · Kirklees
334
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
WF8 · Wakefield
273
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Wakefield has less crime — 273 vs 334 incidents in April 2026.
Dewsbury saw somewhat more crime than Wakefield in April 2026 (334 vs 273 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (28), while Wakefield has more Shoplifting (34). 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 — 273 vs 334 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 Criminal damage & arson while Wakefield had more Shoplifting. Overall, Wakefield recorded fewer total crimes (273 vs 334).