Huddersfield vs Keighley — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Huddersfield

HD3 · Kirklees

153

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences54
  • Public order23
  • Other theft14

Keighley

BD21 · Bradford

353

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences166
  • Shoplifting37
  • Anti-social behaviour33

Huddersfield has less crime — 153 vs 353 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Keighley recorded notably higher crime than Huddersfield in February 2026 — 353 vs 153 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Huddersfield sees higher rates of Public order (23) and Other theft (14), while Keighley has more Shoplifting (37) and Anti-social behaviour (33). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Huddersfield or Keighley safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Huddersfield recorded fewer crimes than Keighley — 153 vs 353 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Keighley is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Huddersfield and Keighley?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Huddersfield saw higher rates of Public order and Other theft while Keighley had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Huddersfield recorded fewer total crimes (153 vs 353).

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