Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX2 · Calderdale
178
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
HX3 · Calderdale
319
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Halifax has less crime — 178 vs 319 incidents in February 2026.
Halifax recorded notably higher crime than Halifax in February 2026 — 319 vs 178 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (18), while Halifax has more Public order (36). 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, Halifax recorded fewer crimes than Halifax — 178 vs 319 incidents. That is 44% fewer crimes. Halifax is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Halifax had more Public order. Overall, Halifax recorded fewer total crimes (178 vs 319).