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 March 2025 are around 119 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Altofts and Whitwood crime rate of 5.28 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (71) incidents (33.96% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (10) incidents (11.11% increase)
  • Public order: (8) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Altofts and Whitwood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bryan Close with total crimes: 9
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 5
  • Windross 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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Altofts and Whitwood has recorded 119 crimes with crime rate of 5.28 ranking 16th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Wakefield)CrimesRank (Wakefield)CrimesRank (Wakefield)
Wakefield East385 24,673 13,976 1
Castleford Central and Glasshoughton399 14,402 23,232 5
Wakefield North323 34,023 33,494 2
Pontefract North240 43,459 43,453 3
Wakefield West237 53,053 63,284 4
South Elmsall and South Kirkby177 103,142 53,171 6
Normanton226 62,252 122,286 12
Airedale and Ferry Fryston154 132,427 102,489 7
Knottingley191 92,666 72,298 11
Featherstone217 72,598 82,384 9
Hemsworth170 122,255 112,417 8
Wakefield South196 82,492 92,337 10
Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton173 111,831 131,614 17
Wrenthorpe and Outwood West146 151,694 151,737 13
Stanley and Outwood East148 141,707 141,722 14
Ossett112 181,549 181,717 15
Pontefract South106 191,563 171,407 19
Wakefield Rural113 171,394 201,395 20
Horbury and South Ossett89 201,445 191,469 18
Crofton, Ryhill and Walton88 211,228 211,328 21

Altofts and Whitwood Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 64 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (106 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (34 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (78 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (48 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (47 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 57 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20245
June 202412
May 20248
April 20243
March 20246

A total of 118 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.08 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20259
January 20254
December 202423
November 202415
October 202413
September 20245
August 20247
July 20242
June 202410
May 202410
April 20242
March 20248

A total of 833 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 64.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 106 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202571
February 202553
January 202554
December 202466
November 202463
October 202458
September 202457
August 202468
July 202464
June 2024106
May 202478
April 202448
March 202447

A total of 122 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.38 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20258
January 20257
December 20244
November 20249
October 202412
September 202410
August 202411
July 20248
June 202412
May 202412
April 202414
March 20247

A total of 135 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20258
January 20257
December 20247
November 202415
October 202412
September 20245
August 202412
July 202416
June 202422
May 20247
April 202411
March 20248

A total of 157 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 12.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20256
December 20246
November 202410
October 202426
September 202418
August 202413
July 202411
June 202434
May 202413
April 20247
March 20245

A total of 110 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.46 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20259
December 20246
November 202410
October 202413
September 202410
August 20248
July 202411
June 202412
May 20246
April 20249
March 20246

A total of 55 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
December 20248
November 20244
October 20247
September 20244
August 20242
July 20247
May 20244
April 20246
March 20245

A total of 71 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.46 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 202510
January 20257
December 20242
November 20249
October 20245
September 20242
August 20248
July 20245
June 20248
May 20244
April 20244
March 20244

A total of 13 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20243
April 20241

A total of 39 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20246
November 20244
October 20241
September 20244
August 20243
July 20243
June 20244
May 20242
April 20246

A total of 16 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
September 20241
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242
March 20241

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
June 20242
March 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Altofts and Whitwood in March 2025

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

1. Bryan Close (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences4
Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Robbery1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences2
Robbery1
3. Windross Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
4. Westfields (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Plumpton Crescent (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
6. Teal Close (Map)
Total3
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Gannet Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
8. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
9. Mulberry Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Telford Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1

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