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 July 2025 are around 114 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Holme Valley South crime rate of 12.41 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (58) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (17) incidents (240.00% increase)
  • Public order: (12) incidents (33.33% increase)
Holme Valley South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Out Lane with total crimes: 10
  • Wall Nook Lane with total crimes: 8
  • Victoria Square with total crimes: 5

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 areas in the Kirklees.

    • 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 areas in the Kirklees.

  • 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 July 2025 the Holme Valley South has recorded 114 crimes with crime rate of 12.41 ranking 18th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Holme Valley South)CrimesRank (Holme Valley South)CrimesRank (Holme Valley South)
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
Colne Valley93 211,197 201,258 19
Holme Valley North110 191,385 191,227 20
Kirkburton84 23777 23905 22
Denby Dale85 22936 22879 23

Holme Valley South 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 58 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (58 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (52 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (39 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 (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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 572 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 47.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 61 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202558
June 202558
May 202552
April 202539
March 202556
February 202527
January 202561
December 202446
November 202434
October 202443
September 202441
August 202457

A total of 72 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202510
May 20256
April 20255
March 20257
February 20255
January 20257
December 20245
November 20244
October 20247
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 92 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202517
June 20255
May 20258
April 202513
March 20258
February 20254
January 20256
December 202410
November 20249
October 20242
September 20245
August 20245

A total of 103 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.58 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20259
May 202511
April 20258
March 20257
February 20254
January 20254
December 20249
November 20248
October 202411
September 20245
August 202415

A total of 45 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
May 20258
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20243
October 20246
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 25 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.27 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20254
March 20253
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241

A total of 71 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20257
May 20256
April 20255
March 20258
February 20253
January 20254
December 20247
November 20246
October 20241
September 202411
August 20248

A total of 48 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.80 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 202510
May 20258
April 20256
March 20259
January 20253
December 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 43 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
April 202510
March 20252
February 20257
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 23 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
March 20255
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20245

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20242

High Crime Locations Holme Valley South in July 2025

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

1. Out Lane (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences8
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
2. Wall Nook Lane (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences8
3. Victoria Square (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
4. Church View (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Field Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Huddersfield Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
8. Lydgate Close (Map)
Total3
Public order3
9. Ash Grove Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
10. Weather Hill Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2

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