Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX5 · Calderdale
150
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
HD8 · Kirklees
9
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Kirkburton has less crime — 9 vs 150 incidents in April 2026.
Halifax recorded substantially more crime than Kirkburton in April 2026 — 150 incidents compared to 9, a 16.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (37) and Criminal damage & arson (17), while Kirkburton has more Other crime (2) and Public order (2). 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, Kirkburton recorded fewer crimes than Halifax — 9 vs 150 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Kirkburton 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 Kirkburton had more Other crime and Public order. Overall, Kirkburton recorded fewer total crimes (9 vs 150).