Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX7 · Calderdale
29
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HD2 · Kirklees
210
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Hebden Royd has less crime — 29 vs 210 incidents in February 2026.
Huddersfield recorded substantially more crime than Hebden Royd in February 2026 — 210 incidents compared to 29, a 7.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hebden Royd sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (6) and Anti-social behaviour (5), while Huddersfield has more Public order (18) and Other theft (14). Hebden Royd is below the national average while Huddersfield is above, making Hebden Royd the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Hebden Royd recorded fewer crimes than Huddersfield — 29 vs 210 incidents. That is 86% fewer crimes. Hebden Royd is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hebden Royd saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Anti-social behaviour while Huddersfield had more Public order and Other theft. Overall, Hebden Royd recorded fewer total crimes (29 vs 210).