Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX5 · Calderdale
150
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
HD7 · Kirklees
52
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Huddersfield has less crime — 52 vs 150 incidents in April 2026.
Halifax recorded substantially more crime than Huddersfield in April 2026 — 150 incidents compared to 52, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (37) and Criminal damage & arson (17), while Huddersfield has more Shoplifting (7) and Other crime (4). 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, Huddersfield recorded fewer crimes than Halifax — 52 vs 150 incidents. That is 65% fewer crimes. Huddersfield is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Huddersfield had more Shoplifting and Other crime. Overall, Huddersfield recorded fewer total crimes (52 vs 150).