Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HD6 · Calderdale
202
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BD8 · Bradford
563
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Halifax has less crime — 202 vs 563 incidents in February 2026.
Queensbury recorded substantially more crime than Halifax in February 2026 — 563 incidents compared to 202, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Shoplifting (27), while Queensbury has more Other theft (46). 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 563 incidents. That is 64% 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 Other theft. Overall, Halifax recorded fewer total crimes (202 vs 563).