Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF2 · Wakefield
394
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WF8 · Wakefield
241
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Wakefield has less crime — 241 vs 394 incidents in February 2026.
Wakefield recorded notably higher crime than Wakefield in February 2026 — 394 vs 241 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Wakefield sees higher rates of Shoplifting (37), while Wakefield has more Criminal damage & arson (19). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Wakefield recorded fewer crimes than Wakefield — 241 vs 394 incidents. That is 39% fewer crimes. Wakefield is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Wakefield saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Wakefield had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Wakefield recorded fewer total crimes (241 vs 394).