WD22 Intelligence Updated February 2026Source: West Yorkshire Police Police

Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton, localized within Wakefield.

Safety Rating

Moderate

Crime Rate

5.92per 1k

Total Population

13,846

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Violence & Sexual Offences40

Anti-social Behaviour7

Criminal Damage & Arson6

Vehicle Crime6

Other Theft5

Burglary5

Public Order4

Shoplifting4

Weapons Possession3

Other Crime1

Drug Offences1

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Orchard Drive Map	Burglary: 3Public order: 1	4
On or near Cricketers Close Map	Violence and sexual offences: 3Criminal damage and arson: 1	4
On or near Common Lane Map	Violence and sexual offences: 3	3
On or near Lamprey Gardens Map	Other theft: 1Public order: 1Possession of weapons: 1	3
On or near First Avenue Map	Violence and sexual offences: 3	3
On or near Petrol Station Map	Other theft: 1Public order: 1	2
On or near Parking Area Map	Anti-social behaviour: 2	2
On or near Wrangbrook Lane Map	Other theft: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1	2
On or near Third Avenue Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Stratus Close Map	Vehicle crime: 2	2