Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX2 · Calderdale
199
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
HD1 · Kirklees
547
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Halifax has less crime — 199 vs 547 incidents in April 2026.
Huddersfield recorded substantially more crime than Halifax in April 2026 — 547 incidents compared to 199, a 2.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Public order (21), while Huddersfield has more Shoplifting (60). 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, Halifax recorded fewer crimes than Huddersfield — 199 vs 547 incidents. That is 64% fewer crimes. Huddersfield 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 Shoplifting. Overall, Halifax recorded fewer total crimes (199 vs 547).