Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BD11 · Kirklees
63
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BD15 · Bradford
80
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Dewsbury has less crime — 63 vs 80 incidents in February 2026.
Queensbury saw somewhat more crime than Dewsbury in February 2026 (80 vs 63 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (12) and Anti-social behaviour (6), while Queensbury has more Public order (10) and Criminal damage & arson (8). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Dewsbury recorded fewer crimes than Queensbury — 63 vs 80 incidents. That is 21% fewer crimes. Dewsbury is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Queensbury had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dewsbury recorded fewer total crimes (63 vs 80).