Crime Rate in Liversedge and Gomersal: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Liversedge and Gomersal

The total recorded crimes in Liversedge and Gomersal, Kirklees, UK in July 2025 are around 212 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Liversedge and Gomersal crime rate of 8.48 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 Liversedge and Gomersal, encompassing approximately 24,985 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (113) incidents (41.25% increase)
  • Public order: (26) incidents (160.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (-27.59% decrease)
Liversedge and Gomersal Crime Hotspots

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

  • Prospect Road with total crimes: 18
  • The Grove with total crimes: 9
  • Stubley Road with total crimes: 9

How safe is Liversedge and Gomersal?

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

  • Relative to Kirklees:

    • In 2024, Liversedge and Gomersal reported a higher crime volume than the Kirklees average, with 2,533 crimes compared to 2,243. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Liversedge and Gomersal witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 22 other areas in the Kirklees.

    • In 2023, Liversedge and Gomersal experienced a greater number of crimes than the Kirklees average, with 2,816 crimes compared to 2,260. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Liversedge and Gomersal witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 22 other areas in the Kirklees.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Kirklees, Liversedge and Gomersal has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Liversedge and Gomersal Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Liversedge and Gomersal has recorded 212 crimes with crime rate of 8.48 ranking 6th out of 22 in the Kirklees, UK

In 2024, the total Liversedge and Gomersal crimes were 2,533. The crime rate of Liversedge and Gomersal in 2024 was 101.38 (year) or 8.45 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Kirklees.

In 2023, the total crimes in Liversedge and Gomersal were around 2,816 crimes with yearly crime rate of 112.70 (year) or 9.39 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Kirklees.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Liversedge and Gomersal)CrimesRank (Liversedge and Gomersal)CrimesRank (Liversedge and Gomersal)
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
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
Holme Valley South114 181,189 211,157 21
Colne Valley93 211,197 201,258 19
Holme Valley North110 191,385 191,227 20
Kirkburton84 23777 23905 22
Denby Dale85 22936 22879 23

Liversedge and Gomersal 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 113 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (80 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (29 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (67 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (29 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (89 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (53 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (71 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (26 incidents).

February 2025 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 January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (63 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 107 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (66 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (42 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (68 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (34 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (69 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (72 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (40 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 116 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202510
May 202511
April 20253
March 202510
February 20256
January 20255
December 202418
November 20248
October 202410
September 202410
August 202412

A total of 156 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202526
June 202510
May 202512
April 202517
March 202514
February 20257
January 202512
December 202411
November 202414
October 202417
September 20247
August 20249

A total of 917 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 76.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 113 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 2025113
June 202580
May 202567
April 202589
March 202571
February 202552
January 202563
December 2024107
November 202466
October 202468
September 202469
August 202472

A total of 67 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202511
May 20258
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20245
October 20246
September 20247
August 20249

A total of 341 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 28.42 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 53 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202529
May 202529
April 202553
March 202526
February 202516
January 202523
December 202419
November 202442
October 202434
September 20249
August 202440

A total of 162 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202511
May 202512
April 202515
March 202516
February 202512
January 202512
December 202411
November 202416
October 202416
September 202411
August 202419

A total of 83 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.92 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20256
May 202510
April 20256
March 20255
February 202512
January 202515
December 20245
November 20247
October 20245
September 20243
August 20246

A total of 140 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20255
May 202511
April 20258
March 202511
February 202511
January 202513
December 202414
November 202417
October 202415
September 202413
August 202412

A total of 81 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20254
April 20256
March 20255
February 20258
January 20257
December 20246
November 202415
October 20245
September 20249
August 202411

A total of 75 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20257
April 20258
March 20258
February 20257
January 20251
December 202410
November 202412
October 20242
September 20243
August 202413

A total of 20 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
April 20253
March 20251
January 20251
December 20246
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 8 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
December 20241
September 20243

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
November 20243
August 20241

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
October 20241
September 20245

High Crime Locations Liversedge and Gomersal in July 2025

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

1. Prospect Road (Map)
Total18
Violence and sexual offences15
Public order3
2. The Grove (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Burglary3
3. Stubley Road (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Saxton Street (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences9
5. Sampson Street (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Roberson Terrace (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson2
7. Fern Croft (Map)
Total6
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
8. Mark Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
9. Shirley Walk (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
Public order1
10. Fifth Avenue West (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1

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