Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX6 · Calderdale
45
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HD8 · Kirklees
11
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Kirkburton has less crime — 11 vs 45 incidents in February 2026.
Halifax recorded substantially more crime than Kirkburton in February 2026 — 45 incidents compared to 11, a 4.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (8) and Anti-social behaviour (7), while Kirkburton has more Public order (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Kirkburton recorded fewer crimes than Halifax — 11 vs 45 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Kirkburton 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 Kirkburton had more Public order. Overall, Kirkburton recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 45).