Crime Rate in Batley West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Batley West

The total recorded crimes in Batley West, Kirklees, UK in March 2025 are around 275 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Batley West crime rate of 4.62 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 West, encompassing approximately 59,561 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (115) incidents (29.21% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (42) incidents (162.50% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (31) incidents (244.44% increase)
Batley West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 26
  • Upper Blakeridge Lane with total crimes: 21
  • Lavender Croft with total crimes: 9

How safe is Batley West?

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

  • Relative to Kirklees:

    • In 2024, Batley West reported a higher crime volume than the Kirklees average, with 3,110 crimes compared to 2,243. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Batley West witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Batley West experienced a greater number of crimes than the Kirklees average, with 3,201 crimes compared to 2,260. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Batley West witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Batley West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Batley West has recorded 275 crimes with crime rate of 4.62 ranking 4th out of 22 in the Kirklees, UK

In 2024, the total Batley West crimes were 3,110. The crime rate of Batley West in 2024 was 52.21 (year) or 4.35 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Kirklees.

In 2023, the total crimes in Batley West were around 3,201 crimes with yearly crime rate of 53.74 (year) or 4.48 (month) ranking 5 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
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
Almondbury141 161,890 131,505 18
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

Batley West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (115 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (42 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 89 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (82 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 95 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (77 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (79 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (41 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (89 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (24 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (82 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (23 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 93 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 31 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (198 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (54 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (136 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (43 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (86 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (30 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 1221 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 101.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 198 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025115
February 202589
January 202582
December 202495
November 202477
October 202479
September 202489
August 202482
July 202493
June 2024198
May 2024136
April 202486

A total of 109 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 20257
December 202411
November 20248
October 20249
September 20248
August 202411
July 20249
June 202422
May 20247
April 20245

A total of 307 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 20258
January 202511
December 202413
November 202427
October 202441
September 202418
August 202416
July 202431
June 202452
May 202441
April 202430

A total of 160 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20256
January 202512
December 20247
November 202417
October 202410
September 202417
August 202423
July 202418
June 202416
May 202414
April 202414

A total of 333 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202542
February 202516
January 202524
December 202420
November 202428
October 202417
September 202424
August 202419
July 202422
June 202454
May 202443
April 202424

A total of 213 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 20259
January 20259
December 202418
November 202415
October 202410
September 202418
August 202420
July 202415
June 202432
May 202414
April 202422

A total of 271 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202527
February 202511
January 202516
December 20249
November 202430
October 202420
September 202419
August 202423
July 202418
June 202452
May 202433
April 202413

A total of 201 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202510
January 202524
December 202410
November 202413
October 202414
September 202412
August 202413
July 202419
June 202434
May 202419
April 202422

A total of 111 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20257
January 202510
December 20249
November 20249
October 20246
September 202410
August 202410
July 202412
June 202414
May 20244
April 20248

A total of 20 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 24 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 56 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.09 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20255
December 20248
November 20248
October 20244
September 20247
July 20245
June 20248
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
September 20241
August 20242
May 20241

A total of 18 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
May 20242
April 20243

High Crime Locations Batley West in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total26
Shoplifting14
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order4
Other crime2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Upper Blakeridge Lane (Map)
Total21
Shoplifting17
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Lavender Croft (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
4. Hospital (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Bicycle theft1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting7
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Ealing Court (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences6
Criminal damage and arson2
7. Petrol Station (Map)
Total7
Criminal damage and arson6
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Pearl Street (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order2
9. Towngate Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Other crime1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1

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