Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX3 · Calderdale
319
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
HD7 · Kirklees
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Huddersfield has less crime — 38 vs 319 incidents in February 2026.
Halifax recorded substantially more crime than Huddersfield in February 2026 — 319 incidents compared to 38, a 8.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (47) and Public order (36), while Huddersfield has more Shoplifting (8) and Vehicle crime (5). Halifax sits above the national average for recorded crime while Huddersfield is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Huddersfield recorded fewer crimes than Halifax — 38 vs 319 incidents. That is 88% 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 Public order while Huddersfield had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Huddersfield recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 319).