Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX3 · Calderdale
319
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
HD5 · Kirklees
234
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Huddersfield has less crime — 234 vs 319 incidents in February 2026.
Halifax saw somewhat more crime than Huddersfield in February 2026 (319 vs 234 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Public order (36), while Huddersfield has more Other theft (24). 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 — 234 vs 319 incidents. That is 27% fewer crimes. Halifax is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Public order while Huddersfield had more Other theft. Overall, Huddersfield recorded fewer total crimes (234 vs 319).