Keighley vs Kirkburton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Keighley

BD22 · Bradford

29

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Drugs5
  • Public order3

Kirkburton

HD8 · Kirklees

11

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Public order1

Kirkburton has less crime — 11 vs 29 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Keighley recorded substantially more crime than Kirkburton in February 2026 — 29 incidents compared to 11, a 2.6x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Keighley or Kirkburton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Kirkburton recorded fewer crimes than Keighley — 11 vs 29 incidents. That is 62% fewer crimes. Kirkburton is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Keighley recorded 8 incidents of this type vs 10 in Kirkburton. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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