Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF14 · Kirklees
116
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
WF8 · Wakefield
241
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Mirfield has less crime — 116 vs 241 incidents in February 2026.
Wakefield recorded notably higher crime than Mirfield in February 2026 — 241 vs 116 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Mirfield sees higher rates of Shoplifting (14) and Burglary (10), while Wakefield has more Anti-social behaviour (33) and Criminal damage & arson (19). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Mirfield recorded fewer crimes than Wakefield — 116 vs 241 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Wakefield is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Mirfield saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Burglary while Wakefield had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Mirfield recorded fewer total crimes (116 vs 241).