Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HD6 · Calderdale
202
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BD3 · Bradford
485
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Halifax has less crime — 202 vs 485 incidents in February 2026.
Queensbury recorded notably higher crime than Halifax in February 2026 — 485 vs 202 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Shoplifting (27), while Queensbury has more Criminal damage & arson (36). 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, Halifax recorded fewer crimes than Queensbury — 202 vs 485 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Queensbury is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Queensbury had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Halifax recorded fewer total crimes (202 vs 485).