Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX5 · Calderdale
133
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
HD5 · Kirklees
234
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Halifax has less crime — 133 vs 234 incidents in February 2026.
Huddersfield recorded notably higher crime than Halifax in February 2026 — 234 vs 133 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Shoplifting (21), while Huddersfield has more Other theft (24). 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 234 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Huddersfield is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Huddersfield had more Other theft. Overall, Halifax recorded fewer total crimes (133 vs 234).