Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF15 · Kirklees
110
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
WF16 · Kirklees
237
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Dewsbury has less crime — 110 vs 237 incidents in February 2026.
Dewsbury recorded notably higher crime than Dewsbury in February 2026 — 237 vs 110 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (17) and Shoplifting (13), while Dewsbury has more Other theft (20) and Public order (18). 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, Dewsbury recorded fewer crimes than Dewsbury — 110 vs 237 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Dewsbury is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dewsbury saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Dewsbury had more Other theft and Public order. Overall, Dewsbury recorded fewer total crimes (110 vs 237).