Keighley vs Shildon — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Keighley

BD22 · Bradford

29

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Drugs5
  • Public order3

Shildon

DL4 · County Durham

119

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences46
  • Anti-social behaviour22
  • Criminal damage & arson22

Keighley has less crime — 29 vs 119 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Shildon recorded substantially more crime than Keighley in February 2026 — 119 incidents compared to 29, a 4.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Keighley sees higher rates of Drugs (5) and Public order (3), while Shildon has more Anti-social behaviour (22) and Criminal damage & arson (22). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Keighley or Shildon safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Keighley recorded fewer crimes than Shildon — 29 vs 119 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Keighley is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Keighley and Shildon?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Keighley saw higher rates of Drugs and Public order while Shildon had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Keighley recorded fewer total crimes (29 vs 119).

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