Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX6 · Calderdale
45
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HD3 · Kirklees
153
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Halifax has less crime — 45 vs 153 incidents in February 2026.
Huddersfield recorded substantially more crime than Halifax in February 2026 — 153 incidents compared to 45, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (8) and Anti-social behaviour (7), while Huddersfield has more Public order (23) and Other theft (14). 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 — 45 vs 153 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Halifax is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour while Huddersfield had more Public order and Other theft. Overall, Halifax recorded fewer total crimes (45 vs 153).