Crime Rate in Kirkburton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kirkburton

The total recorded crimes in Kirkburton, Kirklees, UK in January 2026 are around 73 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kirkburton crime rate of 11.60 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 Kirkburton, encompassing approximately 6,294 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (34) incidents (21.43% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (14.29% increase)
  • Burglary: (8) incidents (166.67% increase)
Kirkburton Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Crescent with total crimes: 5
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 5
  • Grenoside View with total crimes: 3

How safe is Kirkburton?

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

  • Relative to Kirklees:

    • In 2024, Kirkburton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Kirklees average, with 777 crimes compared to 2243.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Kirkburton recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 22 other areas in the Kirklees.

    • In 2023, Kirkburton had fewer crimes than the Kirklees average, with 905 crimes compared to 2,260. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Kirkburton recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 22 other areas in the Kirklees.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Kirkburton Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Kirkburton has recorded 73 crimes with crime rate of 11.60 ranking 21th out of 22 in the Kirklees, UK

In 2024, the total Kirkburton crimes were 777. The crime rate of Kirkburton in 2024 was 123.43 (year) or 10.29 (month) ranking it 23 dangerous area in the Kirklees.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kirkburton were around 905 crimes with yearly crime rate of 143.77 (year) or 11.98 (month) ranking 22 most dangerous area in the Kirklees.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Kirkburton)CrimesRank (Kirkburton)CrimesRank (Kirkburton)
Dewsbury East270 34,291 24,490 1
Dalton270 24,580 14,265 2
Newsome314 14,008 34,232 3
Dewsbury West183 63,386 43,359 4
Greenhead245 42,691 72,689 7
Batley West214 53,110 53,201 5
Liversedge and Gomersal174 72,533 82,816 6
Ashbrow164 82,808 62,623 8
Cleckheaton146 92,066 102,355 9
Heckmondwike114 152,202 92,322 10
Golcar136 101,750 151,833 14
Crosland Moor and Netherton122 111,851 141,965 11
Birstall and Birkenshaw97 181,998 111,847 13
Dewsbury South118 131,921 121,945 12
Mirfield120 121,611 181,801 15
Almondbury102 161,890 131,505 18
Lindley118 141,749 161,732 16
Batley East89 191,655 171,584 17
Colne Valley101 171,197 201,258 19
Holme Valley North81 201,385 191,227 20
Holme Valley South63 221,189 211,157 21
Denby Dale45 23936 22879 23

Kirkburton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (43 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 44 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20267
December 20254
November 20252
October 20254
September 20253
August 20253
July 20254
June 20256
May 20253
April 20253
March 20253
February 20252

A total of 78 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20268
December 20257
November 20252
October 20258
September 202516
August 20256
July 20258
June 20256
May 20257
April 20255
March 20254
February 20251

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
November 20251
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 81 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.36 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20268
December 20253
November 202512
September 20258
August 20256
July 202514
June 202510
May 20255
April 20257
March 20253
February 20255

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
November 20253
October 20251
August 20254
July 20253
June 20253
May 20253
April 20254
February 20251

A total of 333 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 43 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202634
December 202528
November 202520
October 202524
September 202522
August 202522
July 202537
June 202543
May 202524
April 202521
March 202532
February 202526

A total of 58 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20267
December 202510
November 20255
October 20255
September 20253
August 20252
July 20259
June 20256
May 20252
April 20254
March 20254
February 20251

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
April 20251

A total of 40 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20252
November 20251
October 20251
September 20255
August 20252
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20254
March 20251
February 202517

A total of 53 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20255
November 20253
October 20255
September 20256
August 20256
July 20254
June 20256
May 20258
April 20252
March 20252
February 20253

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
September 20252
August 20251
June 20251
April 20251

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20251
August 20251

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20251
July 20251
June 20251
March 20252

High Crime Locations Kirkburton in January 2026

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

1. The Crescent (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Burglary1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Grenoside View (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Ryeland Way (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Other theft1
5. Copley Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Butts Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Paddock Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Wakefield Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Horse Croft Lane (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Glen View Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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