Crime Rate in Holme Valley North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Holme Valley North

The total recorded crimes in Holme Valley North, Kirklees, UK in May 2025 are around 134 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Holme Valley North crime rate of 12.36 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 Holme Valley North, encompassing approximately 10,844 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (66) incidents (53.49% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (29) incidents (81.25% increase)
  • Burglary: (11) incidents (450.00% increase)
Holme Valley North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Oldfield Road with total crimes: 9
  • Scotgate Road with total crimes: 5
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 5

How safe is Holme Valley North?

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

  • Relative to Kirklees:

    • In 2024, Holme Valley North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Kirklees average, with 1385 crimes compared to 2243.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Holme Valley North recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 22 other areas in the Kirklees.

    • In 2023, Holme Valley North had fewer crimes than the Kirklees average, with 1,227 crimes compared to 2,260. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Holme Valley North recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 22 other areas in the Kirklees.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Holme Valley North Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Holme Valley North has recorded 134 crimes with crime rate of 12.36 ranking 17th out of 22 in the Kirklees, UK

In 2024, the total Holme Valley North crimes were 1,385. The crime rate of Holme Valley North in 2024 was 127.72 (year) or 10.64 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Kirklees.

In 2023, the total crimes in Holme Valley North were around 1,227 crimes with yearly crime rate of 113.15 (year) or 9.43 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Kirklees.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Holme Valley North)CrimesRank (Holme Valley North)CrimesRank (Holme Valley North)
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
Colne Valley88 211,197 201,258 19
Holme Valley South102 201,189 211,157 21
Kirkburton53 23777 23905 22
Denby Dale79 22936 22879 23

Holme Valley North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (66 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (29 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (43 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (17 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (42 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 47 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (44 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 40 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (67 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (71 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (25 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (64 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 (64 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 52 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (86 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (51 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 67 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.15 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 20252
March 20255
February 20251
January 202510
December 20249
November 20244
October 20247
September 20243
August 20241
July 20244
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 737 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 56.69 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 86 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202566
April 202543
March 202542
February 202547
January 202544
December 202440
November 202467
October 202471
September 202464
August 202464
July 202452
June 202486
May 202451

A total of 186 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 14.31 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202529
April 202516
March 20258
February 20258
January 202514
December 20244
November 202417
October 202425
September 202412
August 20246
July 202416
June 202418
May 202413

A total of 141 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.85 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 202517
March 20253
February 20253
January 20257
December 20246
November 20248
October 202417
September 202416
August 202410
July 202412
June 202426
May 202410

A total of 44 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20251
February 20254
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20244
September 20244
August 20244
July 20244
June 202410
May 20242

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
February 20255
January 20251
December 20242
May 20241

A total of 85 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.54 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20257
March 20255
February 20255
January 20258
December 20243
November 20244
October 20243
September 20248
August 20244
July 20249
June 202412
May 202410

A total of 83 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20257
March 20255
February 20254
January 202510
December 20246
November 20241
October 20242
September 20247
August 20245
July 20247
June 202422
May 20245

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
January 20251
October 20242
June 20242

A total of 69 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 20254
February 202513
January 20251
December 20247
October 20241
September 20246
August 20245
July 20241
June 202422
May 20243

A total of 46 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 202510
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20245
October 20244
September 20245
August 20244
July 20245
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
November 20241

A total of 31 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20245
October 20245
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20248

High Crime Locations Holme Valley North in May 2025

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

1. Oldfield Road (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences9
2. Scotgate Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Other crime1
4. Golcar Brow Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Crosland Spring Lane (Map)
Total3
Burglary3
7. Wrigley Court (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Hassocks Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
9. Shaw Grove (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Bradshaw Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3

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