Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HD7 · Kirklees
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HD8 · Kirklees
11
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Kirkburton has less crime — 11 vs 38 incidents in February 2026.
Huddersfield recorded substantially more crime than Kirkburton in February 2026 — 38 incidents compared to 11, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Huddersfield sees higher rates of Shoplifting (8) and Vehicle crime (5), while Kirkburton has more Public order (1). 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, Kirkburton recorded fewer crimes than Huddersfield — 11 vs 38 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Kirkburton 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 Kirkburton had more Public order. Overall, Kirkburton recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 38).