Crime Rate in Denby Dale: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Denby Dale

The total recorded crimes in Denby Dale, Kirklees, UK in February 2026 are around 71 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Denby Dale crime rate of 6.63 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 Denby Dale, encompassing approximately 10,703 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (36) incidents (80.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (14.29% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
Denby Dale Crime Hotspots

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

  • Huddersfield Road with total crimes: 7
  • Fairfields with total crimes: 4
  • Busker Lane with total crimes: 4

How safe is Denby Dale?

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

  • Relative to Kirklees:

    • In 2024, Denby Dale demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Kirklees average, with 936 crimes compared to 2243.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Denby Dale recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 22 other areas in the Kirklees.

    • In 2023, Denby Dale had fewer crimes than the Kirklees average, with 879 crimes compared to 2,260. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Denby Dale recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 22 other areas in the Kirklees.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Denby Dale Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Denby Dale crimes were 936. The crime rate of Denby Dale in 2024 was 87.45 (year) or 7.29 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Kirklees.

In 2023, the total crimes in Denby Dale were around 879 crimes with yearly crime rate of 82.12 (year) or 6.84 (month) ranking 23 most dangerous area in the Kirklees.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Denby Dale)CrimesRank (Denby Dale)CrimesRank (Denby Dale)
Dewsbury EastNA NA4,291 24,490 1
DaltonNA NA4,580 14,265 2
NewsomeNA NA4,008 34,232 3
Dewsbury WestNA NA3,386 43,359 4
Batley WestNA NA3,110 53,201 5
Liversedge and GomersalNA NA2,533 82,816 6
AshbrowNA NA2,808 62,623 8
GreenheadNA NA2,691 72,689 7
CleckheatonNA NA2,066 102,355 9
HeckmondwikeNA NA2,202 92,322 10
Crosland Moor and NethertonNA NA1,851 141,965 11
Birstall and BirkenshawNA NA1,998 111,847 13
Dewsbury SouthNA NA1,921 121,945 12
AlmondburyNA NA1,890 131,505 18
GolcarNA NA1,750 151,833 14
MirfieldNA NA1,611 181,801 15
LindleyNA NA1,749 161,732 16
Batley EastNA NA1,655 171,584 17
Colne ValleyNA NA1,197 201,258 19
Holme Valley NorthNA NA1,385 191,227 20
Holme Valley SouthNA NA1,189 211,157 21
KirkburtonNA NA777 23905 22

Denby Dale Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (39 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 41 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (29 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 47 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.62 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20264
January 20262
December 20255
November 20255
October 20252
September 20252
August 20254
July 20253
June 20254
May 20255
April 20253
March 20253
February 20255

A total of 82 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.31 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20267
January 20265
December 20252
November 20254
October 20258
September 20259
August 20258
July 202516
June 20257
May 20259
April 20251
March 20255
February 20251

A total of 398 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 30.62 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202636
January 202620
December 202532
November 202530
October 202529
September 202530
August 202539
July 202541
June 202524
May 202538
April 202526
March 202529
February 202524

A total of 38 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.92 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20264
January 20262
December 20252
November 20251
October 20259
September 20254
August 20252
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20257
February 20251

A total of 101 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.77 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20268
January 20267
December 20253
November 20256
October 20259
September 20254
August 202512
July 20258
June 202515
May 202511
April 202513
March 20254
February 20251

A total of 86 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.62 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20264
January 20262
December 202512
November 20258
October 202512
September 20255
August 20253
July 20255
June 20257
May 20256
April 20255
March 202516
February 20251

A total of 63 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.85 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20265
December 20256
November 20256
October 20255
September 20252
August 20257
July 20252
June 20256
May 20253
April 20255
March 20257
February 20258

A total of 25 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
December 20251
November 20252
October 20252
September 20255
August 20251
July 20252
May 20251
March 20255
February 20255

A total of 21 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20261
December 20253
November 20252
October 20254
September 20251
August 20251
June 20254
April 20252
February 20251

A total of 60 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
December 20257
November 20255
October 20252
September 20251
August 20259
July 20256
June 20256
May 20254
April 20254
March 20256
February 20257

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
October 20252
April 20251
March 20251

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
February 20251

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251

High Crime Locations Denby Dale in February 2026

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

1. Huddersfield Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order1
2. Fairfields (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
3. Busker Lane (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
4. Marshall Mill Court (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Netherdale Court (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Windmill Crescent (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
8. Gilthwaites Crescent (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Wells Mount (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
10. Moorland View (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1

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