Crime Rate in Holme Valley South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Holme Valley South

The total recorded crimes in Holme Valley South, Kirklees, UK in March 2025 are around 108 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Holme Valley South crime rate of 11.75 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 South, encompassing approximately 9,188 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (56) incidents (107.41% increase)
  • Other crime: (9) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (100.00% increase)
Holme Valley South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Beech Street with total crimes: 7
  • Heys Road with total crimes: 5
  • Huddersfield Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is Holme Valley South?

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

  • Relative to Kirklees:

    • In 2024, Holme Valley South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Kirklees average, with 1189 crimes compared to 2243.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Holme Valley South recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Holme Valley South had fewer crimes than the Kirklees average, with 1,157 crimes compared to 2,260. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Holme Valley South recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Holme Valley South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Holme Valley South has recorded 108 crimes with crime rate of 11.75 ranking 19th out of 22 in the Kirklees, UK

In 2024, the total Holme Valley South crimes were 1,189. The crime rate of Holme Valley South in 2024 was 129.40 (year) or 10.78 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Kirklees.

In 2023, the total crimes in Holme Valley South were around 1,157 crimes with yearly crime rate of 125.92 (year) or 10.49 (month) ranking 21 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
Golcar141 151,750 151,833 14
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
Kirkburton52 23777 23905 22
Denby Dale83 22936 22879 23

Holme Valley South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (56 incidents) and then Other crime showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (61 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 46 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (43 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (41 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (57 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (114 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (56 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (37 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 91 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20254
January 20256
December 202410
November 20249
October 20242
September 20245
August 20245
July 20246
June 202414
May 202414
April 20248

A total of 616 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 51.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 114 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202556
February 202527
January 202561
December 202446
November 202434
October 202443
September 202441
August 202457
July 202444
June 2024114
May 202456
April 202437

A total of 105 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20254
December 20249
November 20248
October 202411
September 20245
August 202415
July 202413
June 202414
May 20245
April 202410

A total of 30 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
January 20253
December 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242
July 20245
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 71 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 20257
December 20245
November 20244
October 20247
September 20245
August 20243
July 20247
June 202416
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 26 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241
June 20246
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 95 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20253
January 20254
December 20247
November 20246
October 20241
September 202411
August 20248
July 202411
June 202416
May 202412
April 20248

A total of 39 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20243
October 20246
September 20242
August 20244
July 20241
June 20246
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 43 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20245
July 20248
June 20248
May 20246
April 20243

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
May 20242

A total of 46 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20257
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20242
August 20243
July 20248
June 20246
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Holme Valley South in March 2025

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

1. Beech Street (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
2. Heys Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
3. Huddersfield Road (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Crown Lane (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
5. Out Lane (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Shaw Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
7. Old Road (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Longley Edge Lane (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Field Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Wall Nook Lane (Map)
Total2
Other crime2

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