Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF17 · Kirklees
219
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WF8 · Wakefield
241
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Dewsbury has less crime — 219 vs 241 incidents in February 2026.
Dewsbury and Wakefield recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 219 and 241 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Public order (20), while Wakefield has more Criminal damage & arson (19). 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 241 incidents. That is 9% fewer crimes. Wakefield is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Public order while Wakefield had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dewsbury recorded fewer total crimes (219 vs 241).