Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF12 · Kirklees
253
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WF13 · Kirklees
333
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Dewsbury has less crime — 253 vs 333 incidents in February 2026.
Dewsbury saw somewhat more crime than Dewsbury in February 2026 (333 vs 253 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (30), while Dewsbury has more Criminal damage & arson (32). 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, Dewsbury recorded fewer crimes than Dewsbury — 253 vs 333 incidents. That is 24% fewer crimes. Dewsbury is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Dewsbury had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dewsbury recorded fewer total crimes (253 vs 333).