Crime Rate in Almondbury: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Almondbury

The total recorded crimes in Almondbury, Kirklees, UK in March 2025 are around 141 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Almondbury crime rate of 4.95 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 Almondbury, encompassing approximately 28,461 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (59) incidents (78.79% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (19) incidents (111.11% increase)
  • Public order: (12) incidents (140.00% increase)
Almondbury Crime Hotspots

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

  • Greenlea Court with total crimes: 8
  • Fleming Court with total crimes: 6
  • Coach House Drive with total crimes: 5

How safe is Almondbury?

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

  • Relative to Kirklees:

    • In 2024, Almondbury demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Kirklees average, with 1890 crimes compared to 2243.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Almondbury recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Almondbury had fewer crimes than the Kirklees average, with 1,505 crimes compared to 2,260. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Almondbury recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Almondbury Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Almondbury has recorded 141 crimes with crime rate of 4.95 ranking 16th out of 22 in the Kirklees, UK

In 2024, the total Almondbury crimes were 1,890. The crime rate of Almondbury in 2024 was 66.41 (year) or 5.53 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Kirklees.

In 2023, the total crimes in Almondbury were around 1,505 crimes with yearly crime rate of 52.88 (year) or 4.41 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Kirklees.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Kirklees)CrimesRank (Kirklees)CrimesRank (Kirklees)
Dewsbury East320 24,291 24,490 1
Dalton331 14,580 14,265 2
Newsome314 34,008 34,232 3
Dewsbury West225 53,386 43,359 4
Batley West275 43,110 53,201 5
Liversedge and Gomersal171 82,533 82,816 6
Ashbrow208 72,808 62,623 8
Greenhead209 62,691 72,689 7
Cleckheaton166 92,066 102,355 9
Heckmondwike159 112,202 92,322 10
Dewsbury South160 101,921 121,945 12
Crosland Moor and Netherton157 121,851 141,965 11
Birstall and Birkenshaw146 131,998 111,847 13
Golcar141 151,750 151,833 14
Mirfield146 141,611 181,801 15
Lindley109 181,749 161,732 16
Batley East124 171,655 171,584 17
Colne Valley91 201,197 201,258 19
Holme Valley North84 211,385 191,227 20
Holme Valley South108 191,189 211,157 21
Kirkburton52 23777 23905 22
Denby Dale83 22936 22879 23

Almondbury Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (59 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (47 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 51 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (47 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (25 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (62 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (28 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (49 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (39 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (26 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 51 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 37 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (104 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (72 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (66 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (45 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (36 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (33 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 70 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20255
December 20242
November 202410
October 20248
September 20244
August 20246
July 20246
June 20248
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 110 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20255
January 202510
December 20247
November 20247
October 202413
September 20247
August 20245
July 202412
June 202420
May 20247
April 20246

A total of 100 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20255
January 20254
December 202415
November 20246
October 202412
September 20245
August 20243
July 202410
June 202416
May 202412
April 20246

A total of 644 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 53.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 104 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202559
February 202533
January 202547
December 202451
November 202447
October 202462
September 202449
August 202439
July 202451
June 2024104
May 202466
April 202436

A total of 87 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20257
January 202514
December 20245
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20249
July 202413
June 202410
May 20245
April 20248

A total of 34 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20248
April 20242

A total of 131 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.92 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20255
January 20259
December 20246
November 202411
October 202412
September 202417
August 20249
July 20248
June 202410
May 202412
April 202420

A total of 320 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 72 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 20259
January 202520
December 202424
November 202425
October 202428
September 202419
August 202417
July 202437
June 202472
May 202417
April 202433

A total of 289 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 64 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 202515
January 202521
December 20248
November 202421
October 202413
September 202418
August 202426
July 202433
June 202464
May 202445
April 202418

A total of 41 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20253
December 20244
October 20244
September 20244
August 20243
July 20245
June 20248
May 20245
April 20241

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 13 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
October 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 12 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
May 20241
April 20242

High Crime Locations Almondbury in March 2025

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

1. Greenlea Court (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour2
2. Fleming Court (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Coach House Drive (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
4. Fernside Crescent (Map)
Total5
Drugs3
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Bancroft Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
Robbery1
6. Beaumont Street (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Sharp Royd (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
8. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting4
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Mereside (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1

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