Crime Rate in Golcar: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Golcar

The total recorded crimes in Golcar, Kirklees, UK in March 2025 are around 141 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Golcar crime rate of 4.93 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 Golcar, encompassing approximately 28,599 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (54) incidents (25.58% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (23) incidents (187.50% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (57.14% increase)
Golcar Crime Hotspots

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

  • Mill View with total crimes: 10
  • Holmfield Drive with total crimes: 8
  • Rufford Road with total crimes: 8

How safe is Golcar?

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

  • Relative to Kirklees:

    • In 2024, Golcar demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Kirklees average, with 1750 crimes compared to 2243.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Golcar recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Golcar had fewer crimes than the Kirklees average, with 1,833 crimes compared to 2,260. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Golcar recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Golcar Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Golcar has recorded 141 crimes with crime rate of 4.93 ranking 15th out of 22 in the Kirklees, UK

In 2024, the total Golcar crimes were 1,750. The crime rate of Golcar in 2024 was 61.19 (year) or 5.10 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Kirklees.

In 2023, the total crimes in Golcar were around 1,833 crimes with yearly crime rate of 64.09 (year) or 5.34 (month) ranking 14 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
Batley West275 43,110 53,201 5
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
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

Golcar Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (54 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (23 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 43 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (64 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 72 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (46 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (71 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (68 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (16 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (71 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 51 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (124 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (60 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (61 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (34 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (59 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (18 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 88 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20255
January 20253
December 20247
November 20246
October 20245
September 20248
August 20245
July 20249
June 202416
May 20249
April 20245

A total of 137 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.42 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
February 20258
January 20256
December 20248
November 202410
October 202421
September 20248
August 20248
July 20249
June 202422
May 202410
April 20244

A total of 190 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20257
January 20254
December 20244
November 202412
October 202415
September 20249
August 202416
July 202410
June 202460
May 202434
April 20248

A total of 784 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 65.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 124 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202554
February 202543
January 202564
December 202472
November 202446
October 202471
September 202468
August 202471
July 202451
June 2024124
May 202461
April 202459

A total of 104 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 202511
January 20259
December 202411
November 20249
October 20244
September 20246
August 20247
July 20248
June 202418
May 20248
April 20245

A total of 75 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20259
January 20255
December 20243
November 20245
October 20247
September 20249
August 20247
July 20244
June 20242
May 20248
April 202413

A total of 53 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 20255
December 20246
November 20242
October 20247
September 20245
August 20246
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 53 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
January 20257
December 20245
November 20247
October 20244
September 20246
August 20243
July 20241
June 20246
May 20246
April 20241

A total of 151 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20254
January 202513
December 20245
November 202413
October 202414
September 202416
August 202413
July 202414
June 202422
May 20248
April 202418

A total of 96 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20255
December 202413
November 202411
October 202412
September 202413
August 20246
July 20247
June 202414
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 9 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
July 20242
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 16 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20244
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246

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 Golcar in March 2025

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

1. Mill View (Map)
Total10
Criminal damage and arson6
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Holmfield Drive (Map)
Total8
Drugs2
Other crime2
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Rufford Road (Map)
Total8
Criminal damage and arson4
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Back Green (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Rock Fold (Map)
Total5
Vehicle crime2
Burglary1
Other crime1
Other theft1
6. Market Street (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences1
7. New Street (Map)
Total4
Drugs2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Hexham Green (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Public order1
9. Sycamore Court (Map)
Total4
Burglary1
Drugs1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Church Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3

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