Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX5 · Calderdale
150
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
HX7 · Calderdale
34
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Hebden Royd has less crime — 34 vs 150 incidents in April 2026.
Halifax recorded substantially more crime than Hebden Royd in April 2026 — 150 incidents compared to 34, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (17), while Hebden Royd has more Public order (6). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hebden Royd recorded fewer crimes than Halifax — 34 vs 150 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Hebden Royd is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Hebden Royd had more Public order. Overall, Hebden Royd recorded fewer total crimes (34 vs 150).