Crime Rate in Knaresborough West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Knaresborough West

The total recorded crimes in Knaresborough West, Harrogate, UK in March 2025 are around 45 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Knaresborough West crime rate of 4.38 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 Knaresborough West, encompassing approximately 10,264 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (18) incidents (28.57% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (-37.50% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (4) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
Knaresborough West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bus/Coach Station with total crimes: 4
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 3
  • Nidd Bank with total crimes: 3

How safe is Knaresborough West?

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

  • Relative to Harrogate:

    • In 2024, Knaresborough West reported a higher crime volume than the Harrogate average, with 511 crimes compared to 474. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Knaresborough West witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Knaresborough West had fewer crimes than the Harrogate average, with 560 crimes compared to 561. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Knaresborough West witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Harrogate, Knaresborough West has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Knaresborough West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Knaresborough West has recorded 45 crimes with crime rate of 4.38 ranking 10th out of 20 in the Harrogate, UK

In 2024, the total Knaresborough West crimes were 511. The crime rate of Knaresborough West in 2024 was 49.78 (year) or 4.15 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Harrogate.

In 2023, the total crimes in Knaresborough West were around 560 crimes with yearly crime rate of 54.56 (year) or 4.55 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Harrogate.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Harrogate)CrimesRank (Harrogate)CrimesRank (Harrogate)
Valley Gardens & Central Harrogate117 11,629 11,920 1
High Harrogate & Kingsley71 2771 3969 2
Ouseburn53 6786 2871 3
Ripon Minster & Moorside62 3569 5871 4
Fairfax & Starbeck52 7570 4673 5
Coppice Valley & Duchy56 4442 9580 7
Washburn & Birstwith55 5537 6604 6
Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate49 8507 8531 9
Knaresborough East47 9382 12418 13
Bilton & Nidd Gorge45 11395 10492 10
Stray, Woodlands & Hookstone32 15343 15480 11
Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith38 14383 11310 17
Ripon Ure Bank & Spa43 12355 13429 12
Boroughbridge & Claro39 13352 14406 14
Harlow & St. Georges30 16302 16371 15
Bilton Grange & New Park28 17258 19320 16
Wathvale & Bishop Monkton25 18269 17303 18
Oatlands & Pannal24 19265 18280 19
Pateley Bridge & Nidderdale13 20187 20226 20
Masham & Fountains12 21137 21163 21

Knaresborough West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 115 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 14.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
October 202414
September 202410
August 202411
July 202410
June 202424
May 202417
April 202411

A total of 36 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
October 20245
September 20247
June 20244
May 20246
April 202410

A total of 135 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 16.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
October 202416
September 20248
August 20246
July 202421
June 202440
May 202414
April 202420

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 46 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
October 20242
September 20247
August 20247
July 20245
June 202412
May 20242
April 20247

A total of 17 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
October 20243
September 20247
August 20241
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241

A total of 24 Other theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 20248
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20242
July 20241
June 20246
April 20241

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20243
August 20242
May 20242

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Knaresborough West in March 2025

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

1. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting1
3. Nidd Bank (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
4. Castlegate (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Whiteley Yard (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Park Place (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
8. Petrol Station (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Grimbald Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. A59 (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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