Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX1 · Calderdale
586
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
HD1 · Kirklees
487
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Huddersfield has less crime — 487 vs 586 incidents in February 2026.
Halifax saw somewhat more crime than Huddersfield in February 2026 (586 vs 487 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (65), while Huddersfield has more Drugs (47). 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, Huddersfield recorded fewer crimes than Halifax — 487 vs 586 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes. Halifax is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Huddersfield had more Drugs. Overall, Huddersfield recorded fewer total crimes (487 vs 586).