Crime Rate in Altofts and Whitwood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Altofts and Whitwood

The total recorded crimes in Altofts and Whitwood, Wakefield, UK in July 2025 are around 151 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Altofts and Whitwood crime rate of 6.70 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 Altofts and Whitwood, encompassing approximately 22,546 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (72) incidents (18.03% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (24) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (-29.41% decrease)
Altofts and Whitwood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bryan Close with total crimes: 5
  • Whincop Avenue with total crimes: 5
  • Teal Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Altofts and Whitwood?

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

  • Relative to Wakefield:

    • In 2024, Altofts and Whitwood demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Wakefield average, with 1622 crimes compared to 2451.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Altofts and Whitwood recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 20 other areas in the Wakefield.

    • In 2023, Altofts and Whitwood had fewer crimes than the Wakefield average, with 1,648 crimes compared to 2,327. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Altofts and Whitwood recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 20 other areas in the Wakefield.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Wakefield, Altofts and Whitwood has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Altofts and Whitwood Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Altofts and Whitwood has recorded 151 crimes with crime rate of 6.70 ranking 14th out of 20 in the Wakefield, UK

In 2024, the total Altofts and Whitwood crimes were 1,622. The crime rate of Altofts and Whitwood in 2024 was 71.94 (year) or 6.00 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Wakefield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Altofts and Whitwood were around 1,648 crimes with yearly crime rate of 73.10 (year) or 6.09 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Wakefield.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Altofts and Whitwood)CrimesRank (Altofts and Whitwood)CrimesRank (Altofts and Whitwood)
Wakefield East354 24,673 13,976 1
Castleford Central and Glasshoughton359 14,402 23,232 5
Wakefield North306 34,023 33,494 2
Pontefract North269 53,459 43,453 3
Wakefield West281 43,053 63,284 4
South Elmsall and South Kirkby228 73,142 53,171 6
Knottingley250 62,666 72,298 11
Airedale and Ferry Fryston184 112,427 102,489 7
Hemsworth201 102,255 112,417 8
Featherstone219 82,598 82,384 9
Wakefield South209 92,492 92,337 10
Normanton170 122,252 122,286 12
Wrenthorpe and Outwood West165 131,694 151,737 13
Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton120 181,831 131,614 17
Stanley and Outwood East143 151,707 141,722 14
Ossett127 171,549 181,717 15
Pontefract South142 161,563 171,407 19
Horbury and South Ossett85 201,445 191,469 18
Wakefield Rural104 191,394 201,395 20
Crofton, Ryhill and Walton81 211,228 211,328 21

Altofts and Whitwood 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 72 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (61 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (71 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (63 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (15 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (71 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 53 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (54 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 66 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 23 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (63 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (58 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (26 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (57 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (68 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 96 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20258
April 20259
March 20255
February 20258
January 20257
December 20247
November 202415
October 202412
September 20245
August 202412

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 757 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 63.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 72 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202572
June 202561
May 202571
April 202563
March 202571
February 202553
January 202554
December 202466
November 202463
October 202458
September 202457
August 202468

A total of 95 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.92 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20258
May 20257
April 20254
March 20255
February 20255
January 20259
December 20246
November 202410
October 202413
September 202410
August 20248

A total of 135 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202517
May 20256
April 202513
March 20252
February 20256
January 20256
December 20246
November 202410
October 202426
September 202418
August 202413

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 69 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20257
May 20257
April 20252
March 20253
February 202510
January 20257
December 20242
November 20249
October 20245
September 20242
August 20248

A total of 118 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.83 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 202513
May 202515
April 202515
March 20258
February 20258
January 20257
December 20244
November 20249
October 202412
September 202410
August 202411

A total of 142 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.83 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202524
June 20258
May 202515
April 20259
March 202510
February 20259
January 20254
December 202423
November 202415
October 202413
September 20245
August 20247

A total of 42 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20253
May 20252
April 20257
March 20255
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 44 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20253
April 20253
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
December 20248
November 20244
October 20247
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 30 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20246
November 20244
October 20241
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
August 20241

High Crime Locations Altofts and Whitwood in July 2025

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

1. Bryan Close (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Whincop Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
Public order1
3. Teal Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
4. South Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
5. Wood View Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
6. Greenbank Road (Map)
Total4
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Blenheim Way (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Aketon Croft (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
9. Westwood Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
10. Gannet Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1

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