Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HD1 · Kirklees
547
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
HD3 · Kirklees
222
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Huddersfield has less crime — 222 vs 547 incidents in April 2026.
Huddersfield recorded notably higher crime than Huddersfield in April 2026 — 547 vs 222 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Huddersfield sees higher rates of Shoplifting (60), while Huddersfield has more Criminal damage & arson (29). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Huddersfield recorded fewer crimes than Huddersfield — 222 vs 547 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Huddersfield is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Huddersfield saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Huddersfield had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Huddersfield recorded fewer total crimes (222 vs 547).