Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX4 · Calderdale
19
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HD2 · Kirklees
210
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Halifax has less crime — 19 vs 210 incidents in February 2026.
Huddersfield recorded substantially more crime than Halifax in February 2026 — 210 incidents compared to 19, a 11.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Robbery (4) and Anti-social behaviour (4), while Huddersfield has more Public order (18) and Other theft (14). Halifax is below the national average while Huddersfield is above, making Halifax the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Halifax recorded fewer crimes than Huddersfield — 19 vs 210 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Halifax is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Robbery and Anti-social behaviour while Huddersfield had more Public order and Other theft. Overall, Halifax recorded fewer total crimes (19 vs 210).