Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HD6 · Calderdale
202
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BD9 · Bradford
373
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Halifax has less crime — 202 vs 373 incidents in February 2026.
Queensbury recorded notably higher crime than Halifax in February 2026 — 373 vs 202 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Shoplifting (27), while Queensbury has more Other theft (29). 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 373 incidents. That is 46% 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 373).