Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX5 · Calderdale
150
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
HD9 · Kirklees
39
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Holme has less crime — 39 vs 150 incidents in April 2026.
Halifax recorded substantially more crime than Holme in April 2026 — 150 incidents compared to 39, a 3.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (17), while Holme has more Shoplifting (5). 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, Holme recorded fewer crimes than Halifax — 39 vs 150 incidents. That is 74% fewer crimes. Holme 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 Holme had more Shoplifting. Overall, Holme recorded fewer total crimes (39 vs 150).