Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX5 · Calderdale
133
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
HD1 · Kirklees
487
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Halifax has less crime — 133 vs 487 incidents in February 2026.
Huddersfield recorded substantially more crime than Halifax in February 2026 — 487 incidents compared to 133, a 3.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (27) and Shoplifting (21), while Huddersfield has more Drugs (47) and Public order (47). 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 — 133 vs 487 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Huddersfield is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Huddersfield had more Drugs and Public order. Overall, Halifax recorded fewer total crimes (133 vs 487).