Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX7 · Calderdale
29
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HD5 · Kirklees
234
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Hebden Royd has less crime — 29 vs 234 incidents in February 2026.
Huddersfield recorded substantially more crime than Hebden Royd in February 2026 — 234 incidents compared to 29, a 8.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hebden Royd sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (6), while Huddersfield has more Other theft (24). 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 234 incidents. That is 88% 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 while Huddersfield had more Other theft. Overall, Hebden Royd recorded fewer total crimes (29 vs 234).