Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF15 · Kirklees
110
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
WF17 · Kirklees
219
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Dewsbury has less crime — 110 vs 219 incidents in February 2026.
Dewsbury recorded notably higher crime than Dewsbury in February 2026 — 219 vs 110 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dewsbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13), while Dewsbury has more Public order (20). 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 219 incidents. That is 50% 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 Public order. Overall, Dewsbury recorded fewer total crimes (110 vs 219).