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

BD22 · Bradford

29

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Drugs5
  • Public order3

Keighley has less crime — 29 vs 153 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Huddersfield recorded substantially more crime than Keighley in February 2026 — 153 incidents compared to 29, a 5.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Huddersfield sees higher rates of Other theft (14), while Keighley has more Drugs (5). 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, Keighley recorded fewer crimes than Huddersfield — 29 vs 153 incidents. That is 81% fewer crimes. Keighley is also below the national average for crime.

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 Other theft while Keighley had more Drugs. Overall, Keighley recorded fewer total crimes (29 vs 153).

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