Crime Rate in Lindley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lindley

The total recorded crimes in Lindley, Kirklees, UK in March 2025 are around 109 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lindley crime rate of 2.18 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 Lindley, encompassing approximately 49,944 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (50) incidents (4.17% increase)
  • Public order: (14) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Lindley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 11
  • Dearne Fold with total crimes: 4
  • Thorncliffe Street with total crimes: 4

How safe is Lindley?

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

  • Relative to Kirklees:

    • In 2024, Lindley demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Kirklees average, with 1749 crimes compared to 2243.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Lindley recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Lindley had fewer crimes than the Kirklees average, with 1,732 crimes compared to 2,260. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Lindley recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Lindley Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Lindley has recorded 109 crimes with crime rate of 2.18 ranking 18th out of 22 in the Kirklees, UK

In 2024, the total Lindley crimes were 1,749. The crime rate of Lindley in 2024 was 35.02 (year) or 2.92 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Kirklees.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lindley were around 1,732 crimes with yearly crime rate of 34.68 (year) or 2.89 (month) ranking 16 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
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

Lindley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (50 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 48 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (49 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 49 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (56 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (48 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (58 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (20 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (57 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 71 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (148 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (36 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (57 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (57 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 106 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20258
January 20255
December 20248
November 20246
October 20246
September 20248
August 202421
July 20249
June 202410
May 202412
April 20248

A total of 748 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 62.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 148 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202550
February 202548
January 202549
December 202449
November 202456
October 202448
September 202458
August 202457
July 202471
June 2024148
May 202457
April 202457

A total of 118 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 202512
January 20257
December 202416
November 20245
October 20247
September 202410
August 202411
July 202410
June 202424
May 20242
April 202410

A total of 136 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20251
January 20258
December 20248
November 202414
October 202411
September 202420
August 202414
July 20249
June 202424
May 202415
April 20244

A total of 164 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20258
January 202514
December 20244
November 202412
October 202416
September 202417
August 202419
July 202417
June 202418
May 202417
April 20248

A total of 129 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
January 20257
December 20246
November 20249
October 202411
September 202411
August 202414
July 20245
June 202436
May 202414
April 20245

A total of 80 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20252
December 20243
November 20246
October 20246
September 202410
August 20248
July 20245
June 202416
May 20248
April 20245

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
October 20241

A total of 57 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20254
December 20242
November 20248
October 20243
September 20242
August 20244
July 20242
June 202414
May 20246
April 20246

A total of 45 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20254
December 20244
November 20244
October 20247
September 20241
August 20244
July 20241
June 202410
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 58 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20253
December 20248
November 20244
October 20241
September 20246
August 20248
July 20246
June 202410
April 20246

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
October 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 10 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Lindley in March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
2. Dearne Fold (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
3. Thorncliffe Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
4. Hawes Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
5. Chesil Bank (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
6. Chesilton Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Moorlands Edge (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Oaklands Crescent (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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