Crime Rate in Newsome: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Newsome

The total recorded crimes in Newsome, Kirklees, UK in July 2025 are around 302 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Newsome crime rate of 8.80 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 Newsome, encompassing approximately 34,334 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (138) incidents (-13.21% decrease)
  • Public order: (44) incidents (57.14% increase)
  • Drugs: (24) incidents (-38.46% decrease)
Newsome Crime Hotspots

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

  • Police Station with total crimes: 39
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 14
  • Ramsden Street with total crimes: 12

How safe is Newsome?

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

  • Relative to Kirklees:

    • In 2024, Newsome reported a higher crime volume than the Kirklees average, with 4,008 crimes compared to 2,243. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Newsome witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 22 other areas in the Kirklees.

    • In 2023, Newsome experienced a greater number of crimes than the Kirklees average, with 4,232 crimes compared to 2,260. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Newsome witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 22 other areas in the Kirklees.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Newsome Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Newsome has recorded 302 crimes with crime rate of 8.80 ranking 3th out of 22 in the Kirklees, UK

In 2024, the total Newsome crimes were 4,008. The crime rate of Newsome in 2024 was 116.74 (year) or 9.73 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Kirklees.

In 2023, the total crimes in Newsome were around 4,232 crimes with yearly crime rate of 123.26 (year) or 10.27 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Kirklees.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Newsome)CrimesRank (Newsome)CrimesRank (Newsome)
Dewsbury East315 24,291 24,490 1
Dalton284 44,580 14,265 2
Dewsbury West348 13,386 43,359 4
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
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

Newsome 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 138 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 44 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (159 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (39 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (125 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (35 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (151 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (45 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (141 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (47 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 125 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 28 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (112 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (41 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 120 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 32 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (120 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (36 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (155 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (43 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (157 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (56 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (172 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (30 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 457 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 38.08 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202544
June 202528
May 202535
April 202539
March 202547
February 202526
January 202541
December 202432
November 202436
October 202443
September 202456
August 202430

A total of 1675 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 139.58 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 172 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 2025138
June 2025159
May 2025125
April 2025151
March 2025141
February 2025125
January 2025112
December 2024120
November 2024120
October 2024155
September 2024157
August 2024172

A total of 132 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202512
May 202514
April 202510
March 20256
February 20259
January 202510
December 202412
November 202411
October 202411
September 202411
August 202411

A total of 237 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 202515
May 202515
April 202523
March 202525
February 202518
January 202523
December 202418
November 202417
October 202425
September 202422
August 202417

A total of 300 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 45 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202524
June 202539
May 202523
April 202545
March 202517
February 202528
January 202514
December 202420
November 202425
October 202421
September 202425
August 202419

A total of 255 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202522
June 202528
May 202524
April 202527
March 202519
February 202523
January 202525
December 202412
November 202419
October 202413
September 202422
August 202421

A total of 235 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.58 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202512
May 202530
April 202522
March 202523
February 202518
January 202515
December 202417
November 202421
October 202427
September 202420
August 202415

A total of 70 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 202510
May 202510
April 20258
March 20257
February 20252
January 20254
December 20242
November 20245
October 20245
September 202412
August 20244

A total of 113 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.42 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202510
May 202521
April 202510
March 20257
February 20256
January 202514
December 20245
November 20248
October 20248
September 20247
August 20249

A total of 35 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20255
January 20256
December 20243
November 20241
October 20246
September 20246

A total of 66 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20258
May 20259
April 20258
March 20255
February 20255
January 20254
December 20243
November 20246
October 20241
September 202410
August 20246

A total of 12 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
November 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 30 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20256
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 109 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.08 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20259
May 202511
April 20257
March 202512
February 20258
January 202518
December 20247
November 20246
October 20242
September 202412
August 20248

High Crime Locations Newsome in July 2025

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

1. Police Station (Map)
Total39
Violence and sexual offences15
Public order12
Drugs7
Criminal damage and arson5
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total14
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order4
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs2
3. Ramsden Street (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting9
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Ridge Close (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences9
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Manor Street (Map)
Total8
Drugs2
Other theft2
Public order2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. High Street (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft2
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Hall Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs1
8. Fanny Moor Crescent (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Cornrace View (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
10. Athene Drive (Map)
Total5
Burglary4
Violence and sexual offences1

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