Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF4 · Wakefield
79
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WF6 · Wakefield
143
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Crigglestone has less crime — 79 vs 143 incidents in February 2026.
Normanton recorded notably higher crime than Crigglestone in February 2026 — 143 vs 79 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Crigglestone sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (7) and Criminal damage & arson (7), while Normanton has more Shoplifting (21) and Other theft (12). 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, Crigglestone recorded fewer crimes than Normanton — 79 vs 143 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Crigglestone is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Crigglestone saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Normanton had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Crigglestone recorded fewer total crimes (79 vs 143).