Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX1 · Calderdale
683
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
HD1 · Kirklees
547
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Huddersfield has less crime — 547 vs 683 incidents in April 2026.
Halifax saw somewhat more crime than Huddersfield in April 2026 (683 vs 547 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Public order (57), while Huddersfield has more Anti-social behaviour (53). 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 April 2026 Police data, Huddersfield recorded fewer crimes than Halifax — 547 vs 683 incidents. That is 20% fewer crimes. Halifax is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Public order while Huddersfield had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Huddersfield recorded fewer total crimes (547 vs 683).