Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX4 · Calderdale
19
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HD4 · Kirklees
176
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Halifax has less crime — 19 vs 176 incidents in February 2026.
Huddersfield recorded substantially more crime than Halifax in February 2026 — 176 incidents compared to 19, a 9.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Robbery (4) and Anti-social behaviour (4), while Huddersfield has more Other theft (17) and Criminal damage & arson (16). 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, Halifax recorded fewer crimes than Huddersfield — 19 vs 176 incidents. That is 89% 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 Other theft and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Halifax recorded fewer total crimes (19 vs 176).