Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HD7 · Kirklees
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BD22 · Bradford
29
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Keighley has less crime — 29 vs 38 incidents in February 2026.
Huddersfield saw somewhat more crime than Keighley in February 2026 (38 vs 29 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Huddersfield sees higher rates of Shoplifting (8) and Vehicle crime (5), while Keighley has more Drugs (5) and Public order (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Keighley recorded fewer crimes than Huddersfield — 29 vs 38 incidents. That is 24% fewer crimes. Keighley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Huddersfield saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while Keighley had more Drugs and Public order. Overall, Keighley recorded fewer total crimes (29 vs 38).