Crime Rate in Batley East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Batley East

The total recorded crimes in Batley East, Kirklees, UK in January 2026 are around 89 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Batley East crime rate of 1.95 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 Batley East, encompassing approximately 45,716 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (29) incidents (-40.82% decrease)
  • Public order: (10) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (9) incidents (125.00% increase)
Batley East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bridge Street with total crimes: 6
  • Hyrst Walk with total crimes: 5
  • Stoney Lane with total crimes: 4

How safe is Batley East?

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

  • Relative to Kirklees:

    • In 2024, Batley East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Kirklees average, with 1655 crimes compared to 2243.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Batley East recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 22 other areas in the Kirklees.

    • In 2023, Batley East had fewer crimes than the Kirklees average, with 1,584 crimes compared to 2,260. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Batley East recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 22 other areas in the Kirklees.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Batley East Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Batley East has recorded 89 crimes with crime rate of 1.95 ranking 19th out of 22 in the Kirklees, UK

In 2024, the total Batley East crimes were 1,655. The crime rate of Batley East in 2024 was 36.20 (year) or 3.02 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Kirklees.

In 2023, the total crimes in Batley East were around 1,584 crimes with yearly crime rate of 34.65 (year) or 2.89 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Kirklees.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Batley East)CrimesRank (Batley East)CrimesRank (Batley East)
Dewsbury East270 34,291 24,490 1
Dalton270 24,580 14,265 2
Newsome314 14,008 34,232 3
Dewsbury West183 63,386 43,359 4
Greenhead245 42,691 72,689 7
Batley West214 53,110 53,201 5
Liversedge and Gomersal174 72,533 82,816 6
Ashbrow164 82,808 62,623 8
Cleckheaton146 92,066 102,355 9
Heckmondwike114 152,202 92,322 10
Golcar136 101,750 151,833 14
Crosland Moor and Netherton122 111,851 141,965 11
Birstall and Birkenshaw97 181,998 111,847 13
Dewsbury South118 131,921 121,945 12
Mirfield120 121,611 181,801 15
Almondbury102 161,890 131,505 18
Lindley118 141,749 161,732 16
Colne Valley101 171,197 201,258 19
Holme Valley North81 201,385 191,227 20
Holme Valley South63 221,189 211,157 21
Kirkburton73 21777 23905 22
Denby Dale45 23936 22879 23

Batley East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (29 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 49 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (53 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (75 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (68 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 74 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 (42 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (52 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (46 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (12 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (59 incidents) and then Public order 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 32 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 81 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 20259
November 20256
October 20251
September 202510
August 20253
July 202512
June 20258
May 20252
April 20256
March 20258
February 202511

A total of 51 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.64 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20268
December 20254
November 20251
October 20255
September 20254
July 20258
June 20259
May 20252
April 20255
March 20254
February 20251

A total of 93 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 202510
November 20256
October 20259
September 20257
August 20254
July 20259
June 20259
May 20256
April 202512
March 20256
February 202510

A total of 136 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.33 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20266
December 20259
November 202520
October 20259
September 202519
August 202515
July 20259
June 202513
May 202516
April 202511
March 20257
February 20252

A total of 41 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
December 20251
November 20252
October 20255
August 20254
July 20253
June 20255
May 20258
April 20255
March 20252
February 20252

A total of 611 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 50.92 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 75 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202629
December 202549
November 202532
October 202553
September 202575
August 202568
July 202574
June 202542
May 202552
April 202546
March 202559
February 202532

A total of 79 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20269
December 20254
November 20257
October 20258
September 20256
August 20257
July 20257
June 20258
May 20254
April 20254
March 202510
February 20255

A total of 65 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20267
December 20255
November 20257
October 20258
September 20255
August 20253
July 202510
June 20254
May 20254
April 20254
March 20255
February 20253

A total of 12 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
November 20251
October 20252
September 20251
August 20252
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251

A total of 106 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202610
December 20258
November 20254
October 20255
September 20255
August 20259
July 202514
June 202512
May 20257
April 20256
March 202519
February 20257

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
November 20251

A total of 13 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.30 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
November 20251
October 20252
September 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
September 20253
July 20252
April 20251
March 20252

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20251
July 20251
June 20251
April 20252
March 20251

High Crime Locations Batley East in January 2026

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

1. Bridge Street (Map)
Total6
Public order4
Other theft2
2. Hyrst Walk (Map)
Total5
Robbery2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Stoney Lane (Map)
Total4
Drugs2
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
4. Surrey Street (Map)
Total4
Drugs2
Other crime1
Other theft1
5. Caledonia Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Preston Street (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Theft from the person1
7. Field Lane (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
8. Talbot Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
9. Woodkirk Gardens (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. B6124 (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1

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