Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX7 · Calderdale
29
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HD4 · Kirklees
176
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Hebden Royd has less crime — 29 vs 176 incidents in February 2026.
Huddersfield recorded substantially more crime than Hebden Royd in February 2026 — 176 incidents compared to 29, a 6.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hebden Royd sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (6) and Anti-social behaviour (5), while Huddersfield has more Other theft (17) and Criminal damage & arson (16). 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 176 incidents. That is 84% 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 Other theft and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hebden Royd recorded fewer total crimes (29 vs 176).