Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX3 · Calderdale
319
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
HD4 · Kirklees
176
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Huddersfield has less crime — 176 vs 319 incidents in February 2026.
Halifax recorded notably higher crime than Huddersfield in February 2026 — 319 vs 176 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (47) and Public order (36), while Huddersfield has more Other theft (17) and Criminal damage & arson (16). 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, Huddersfield recorded fewer crimes than Halifax — 176 vs 319 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Halifax is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Huddersfield had more Other theft and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Huddersfield recorded fewer total crimes (176 vs 319).