Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF1 · Wakefield
491
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WF8 · Wakefield
241
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Wakefield has less crime — 241 vs 491 incidents in February 2026.
Wakefield recorded notably higher crime than Wakefield in February 2026 — 491 vs 241 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Wakefield sees higher rates of Public order (46) and Shoplifting (45), while Wakefield has more Anti-social behaviour (33) and Criminal damage & arson (19). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Wakefield recorded fewer crimes than Wakefield — 241 vs 491 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Wakefield is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Wakefield saw higher rates of Public order and Shoplifting while Wakefield had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Wakefield recorded fewer total crimes (241 vs 491).