Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX7 · Calderdale
29
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HD3 · Kirklees
153
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Hebden Royd has less crime — 29 vs 153 incidents in February 2026.
Huddersfield recorded substantially more crime than Hebden Royd in February 2026 — 153 incidents compared to 29, a 5.3x 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 (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, Hebden Royd recorded fewer crimes than Huddersfield — 29 vs 153 incidents. That is 81% 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 153).