Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HD1 · Kirklees
487
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
HD5 · Kirklees
234
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Huddersfield has less crime — 234 vs 487 incidents in February 2026.
Huddersfield recorded notably higher crime than Huddersfield in February 2026 — 487 vs 234 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Huddersfield sees higher rates of Drugs (47) and Public order (47), while Huddersfield has more Other theft (24) and Anti-social behaviour (22). 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 February 2026 Police data, Huddersfield recorded fewer crimes than Huddersfield — 234 vs 487 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Huddersfield is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Huddersfield saw higher rates of Drugs and Public order while Huddersfield had more Other theft and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Huddersfield recorded fewer total crimes (234 vs 487).