Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX2 · Calderdale
178
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
HD7 · Kirklees
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Huddersfield has less crime — 38 vs 178 incidents in February 2026.
Halifax recorded substantially more crime than Huddersfield in February 2026 — 178 incidents compared to 38, a 4.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (31) and Criminal damage & arson (18), while Huddersfield has more Shoplifting (8) and Vehicle crime (5). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Huddersfield recorded fewer crimes than Halifax — 38 vs 178 incidents. That is 79% fewer crimes. Huddersfield is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Huddersfield had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Huddersfield recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 178).