Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX3 · Calderdale
319
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
HD2 · Kirklees
210
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Huddersfield has less crime — 210 vs 319 incidents in February 2026.
Halifax recorded notably higher crime than Huddersfield in February 2026 — 319 vs 210 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (47), while Huddersfield has more Other theft (14). 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 — 210 vs 319 incidents. That is 34% 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 Other theft. Overall, Huddersfield recorded fewer total crimes (210 vs 319).