Crime Rate in Todmorden: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Todmorden

The total recorded crimes in Todmorden, Calderdale, UK in July 2025 are around 145 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Todmorden crime rate of 15.16 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Todmorden, encompassing approximately 9,565 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (69) incidents (30.19% increase)
  • Public order: (14) incidents (55.56% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (7.69% increase)
Todmorden Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Bridge Street with total crimes: 15
  • Halling Place with total crimes: 5
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 4

How safe is Todmorden?

To understand the safety of Todmorden, we need to analyze Todmorden crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Calderdale:

    • In 2024, Todmorden demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Calderdale average, with 1455 crimes compared to 1659.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Todmorden had fewer crimes than the Calderdale average, with 1,465 crimes compared to 1,556. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Calderdale, Todmorden has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Todmorden Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Todmorden has recorded 145 crimes with crime rate of 15.16 ranking 7th out of 16 in the Calderdale, UK

In 2024, the total Todmorden crimes were 1,455. The crime rate of Todmorden in 2024 was 152.10 (year) or 12.68 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Calderdale.

In 2023, the total crimes in Todmorden were around 1,465 crimes with yearly crime rate of 153.15 (year) or 12.76 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Calderdale.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Todmorden)CrimesRank (Todmorden)CrimesRank (Todmorden)
Town375 14,818 13,464 1
Park223 22,717 22,700 2
Ovenden203 32,625 32,673 3
Illingworth and Mixenden189 51,779 62,025 4
Skircoat196 42,371 41,935 5
Brighouse146 61,785 51,542 8
Warley118 91,582 81,578 6
Elland144 81,724 71,550 7
Sowerby Bridge117 101,075 111,216 10
Rastrick96 121,108 101,142 11
Hipperholme and Lightcliffe97 11720 16692 17
Luddendenfoot50 17937 13994 12
Calder92 131,004 12882 15
Ryburn87 14909 14944 13
Northowram and Shelf77 15873 15888 14
Greetland and Stainland58 16714 17759 16

Todmorden Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 69 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (53 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (55 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (55 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (58 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 54 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (63 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (50 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (17 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (57 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 43 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20247
November 20246
October 20247
September 20245

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 132 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 20259
May 202514
April 202513
March 202511
February 20258
January 20258
December 20248
November 202412
October 202412
September 20249
August 202414

A total of 636 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 53.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 69 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202569
June 202553
May 202555
April 202555
March 202558
February 202530
January 202550
December 202454
November 202442
October 202463
September 202450
August 202457

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20251
March 20252

A total of 131 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.92 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20256
May 20256
April 20257
March 202521
February 202511
January 202518
December 20242
November 202419
October 202414
September 202417
August 20241

A total of 50 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20257
April 20256
March 20256
February 20254
January 20253
December 20244
November 20242
October 20245
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 119 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.92 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202511
May 202513
April 20257
March 202510
February 20258
January 202514
December 20249
November 202412
October 20243
September 20247
August 202413

A total of 76 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20256
May 20259
April 20255
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
December 20245
November 20245
October 20247
September 202412
August 20245

A total of 113 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.42 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202513
May 202510
April 202515
March 202513
February 20256
January 20256
December 20242
November 20249
October 20246
September 202412
August 20247

A total of 51 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20255
May 20256
April 20254
March 20256
February 20254
January 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20246
August 20243

A total of 37 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20253
April 20253
March 20258
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20244
October 20241
September 20246
August 20244

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20242
September 20242

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Todmorden in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Todmorden postcode area is presented below.

1. Bridge Street (Map)
Total15
Violence and sexual offences7
Shoplifting5
Public order3
2. Halling Place (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
4. Greenfield Terrace (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Hey Street (Map)
Total3
Bicycle theft1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Ridge Bank (Map)
Total3
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Hammerton Terrace (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
8. Cowhurst Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Lennox Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3

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