Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HX6 · Calderdale
45
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HD7 · Kirklees
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Huddersfield has less crime — 38 vs 45 incidents in February 2026.
Halifax saw somewhat more crime than Huddersfield in February 2026 (45 vs 38 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halifax sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (8) and Anti-social behaviour (7), while Huddersfield has more Shoplifting (8) and Vehicle crime (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Huddersfield recorded fewer crimes than Halifax — 38 vs 45 incidents. That is 16% fewer crimes. Huddersfield is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Halifax saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour while Huddersfield had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Huddersfield recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 45).