Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HD6 · Calderdale
202
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
HD4 · Kirklees
176
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Huddersfield has less crime — 176 vs 202 incidents in February 2026.
Halifax and Huddersfield recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 202 and 176 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Shoplifting (27) and Public order (19), while Huddersfield has more Other theft (17) and Criminal damage & arson (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on February 2026 Police data, Huddersfield recorded fewer crimes than Halifax — 176 vs 202 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Halifax is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Huddersfield had more Other theft and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Huddersfield recorded fewer total crimes (176 vs 202).