Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HD6 · Calderdale
184
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
HD4 · Kirklees
202
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Halifax has less crime — 184 vs 202 incidents in April 2026.
Halifax and Huddersfield recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 184 and 202 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Shoplifting (32), while Huddersfield has more Public order (18). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Halifax recorded fewer crimes than Huddersfield — 184 vs 202 incidents. That is 9% fewer crimes. Huddersfield is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Huddersfield had more Public order. Overall, Halifax recorded fewer total crimes (184 vs 202).