Crime Rate in Denby Dale: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Denby Dale

The total recorded crimes in Denby Dale, Kirklees, UK in May 2025 are around 79 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Denby Dale crime rate of 7.38 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (38) incidents (46.15% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (-15.38% decrease)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (800.00% increase)
Denby Dale Crime Hotspots

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

  • River Valley View with total crimes: 5
  • Riverside Court with total crimes: 4
  • Heritage Court 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 May 2025 the Denby Dale has recorded 79 crimes with crime rate of 7.38 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Denby Dale)CrimesRank (Denby Dale)CrimesRank (Denby Dale)
Dewsbury East306 34,291 24,490 1
Dalton369 14,580 14,265 2
Newsome324 24,008 34,232 3
Dewsbury West264 43,386 43,359 4
Batley West225 53,110 53,201 5
Liversedge and Gomersal174 92,533 82,816 6
Ashbrow215 62,808 62,623 8
Greenhead209 72,691 72,689 7
Heckmondwike194 82,202 92,322 10
Cleckheaton174 102,066 102,355 9
Crosland Moor and Netherton172 111,851 141,965 11
Birstall and Birkenshaw172 121,998 111,847 13
Dewsbury South146 161,921 121,945 12
Almondbury157 131,890 131,505 18
Golcar153 141,750 151,833 14
Mirfield147 151,611 181,801 15
Lindley122 181,749 161,732 16
Batley East103 191,655 171,584 17
Holme Valley North134 171,385 191,227 20
Colne Valley88 211,197 201,258 19
Holme Valley South102 201,189 211,157 21
Kirkburton53 23777 23905 22

Denby Dale Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 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 12 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (78 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 75 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.77 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20255
March 20257
February 20258
January 20255
December 20243
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20243
July 20246
June 202420
May 20247

A total of 443 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 34.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 78 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202538
April 202526
March 202529
February 202524
January 202541
December 202427
November 202428
October 202430
September 202429
August 202424
July 202436
June 202478
May 202433

A total of 99 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 202513
March 20254
February 20251
January 20253
December 20244
November 20249
October 20245
September 20242
August 20245
July 202412
June 202420
May 202410

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

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251

A total of 84 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.46 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20254
March 20256
February 20257
January 20255
December 20245
November 20245
October 20245
September 20245
August 20247
July 20245
June 202418
May 20248

A total of 76 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.85 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20251
March 20255
February 20251
January 20255
December 20244
November 20246
October 20244
September 20243
August 202412
July 20247
June 202414
May 20245

A total of 47 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 35 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20255
February 20255
January 20251
December 20243
November 20243
October 20248
September 20241
August 20242
July 20245
May 20241

A total of 34 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20257
February 20251
January 20254
November 20243
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242
July 20244
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 45 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 16 reported cases.

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

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
February 20251
December 20241
September 20246
August 20241
May 20242

A total of 5 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
November 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 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 13 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 May 2025

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

1. River Valley View (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
2. Riverside Court (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
3. Heritage Court (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
4. Trinity Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
5. Pickles Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Pilling Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
7. Pingle Rise (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Titus Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Wesley Terrace (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
10. Holmfield Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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