Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF6 · Wakefield
143
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
WF8 · Wakefield
241
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Normanton has less crime — 143 vs 241 incidents in February 2026.
Wakefield recorded notably higher crime than Normanton in February 2026 — 241 vs 143 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Normanton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (21) and Other theft (12), 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, Normanton recorded fewer crimes than Wakefield — 143 vs 241 incidents. That is 41% fewer crimes. Wakefield is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Normanton saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Wakefield had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Normanton recorded fewer total crimes (143 vs 241).