Crime Rate in Denby Dale: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Denby Dale

The total recorded crimes in Denby Dale, Kirklees, UK in July 2025 are around 85 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Denby Dale crime rate of 7.94 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (41) incidents (70.83% increase)
  • Public order: (16) incidents (128.57% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (-46.67% decrease)
Denby Dale Crime Hotspots

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

  • Newlands Avenue with total crimes: 5
  • Willow Gardens with total crimes: 3
  • Windmill Crescent with total crimes: 3

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 July 2025 the Denby Dale has recorded 85 crimes with crime rate of 7.94 ranking 22th out of 22 in the Kirklees, UK

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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Denby Dale)CrimesRank (Denby Dale)CrimesRank (Denby Dale)
Dewsbury East315 24,291 24,490 1
Dalton284 44,580 14,265 2
Dewsbury West348 13,386 43,359 4
Newsome302 34,008 34,232 3
Batley West221 53,110 53,201 5
Liversedge and Gomersal212 62,533 82,816 6
Ashbrow196 82,808 62,623 8
Greenhead206 72,691 72,689 7
Cleckheaton173 92,066 102,355 9
Heckmondwike150 142,202 92,322 10
Almondbury171 101,890 131,505 18
Crosland Moor and Netherton160 121,851 141,965 11
Birstall and Birkenshaw133 161,998 111,847 13
Dewsbury South161 111,921 121,945 12
Batley East150 131,655 171,584 17
Golcar134 151,750 151,833 14
Mirfield127 171,611 181,801 15
Lindley93 201,749 161,732 16
Holme Valley South114 181,189 211,157 21
Colne Valley93 211,197 201,258 19
Holme Valley North110 191,385 191,227 20
Kirkburton84 23777 23905 22

Denby Dale Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (41 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 73 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 20257
May 20259
April 20251
March 20255
February 20251
January 20255
December 20244
November 20246
October 20244
September 20243
August 202412

A total of 80 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202515
May 202511
April 202513
March 20254
February 20251
January 20253
December 20244
November 20249
October 20245
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 361 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 30.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202541
June 202524
May 202538
April 202526
March 202529
February 202524
January 202541
December 202427
November 202428
October 202430
September 202429
August 202424

A total of 50 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20256
May 20253
April 20255
March 20257
February 20258
January 20255
December 20243
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 54 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20257
May 20256
April 20255
March 202516
February 20251
January 20252
December 20245
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 65 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20256
May 20254
April 20254
March 20256
February 20257
January 20255
December 20245
November 20245
October 20245
September 20245
August 20247

A total of 48 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20255
April 20253
March 20253
February 20255
January 20253
December 20243
November 20248
October 20244
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 31 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
March 20255
February 20255
January 20251
December 20243
November 20243
October 20248
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 29 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.64 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20257
February 20251
January 20254
November 20243
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 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 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20254
April 20252
February 20251
December 20241
September 20246
August 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 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
November 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
September 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Denby Dale in July 2025

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

1. Newlands Avenue (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Willow Gardens (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Windmill Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Elm Gardens (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Station Terrace (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
6. Bromley Bank (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Dry Hill Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Marshall Mill Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Smithy Lane (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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