Mirfield vs Wakefield — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Mirfield

WF14 · Kirklees

116

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences56
  • Shoplifting14
  • Burglary10

Wakefield

WF2 · Wakefield

394

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences175
  • Shoplifting37
  • Anti-social behaviour36

Mirfield has less crime — 116 vs 394 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Wakefield recorded substantially more crime than Mirfield in February 2026 — 394 incidents compared to 116, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Mirfield sees higher rates of Burglary (10), while Wakefield has more Anti-social behaviour (36). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mirfield or Wakefield safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Mirfield recorded fewer crimes than Wakefield — 116 vs 394 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Wakefield is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Mirfield and Wakefield?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Mirfield saw higher rates of Burglary while Wakefield had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Mirfield recorded fewer total crimes (116 vs 394).

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