Crime Rate in Crofton, Ryhill and Walton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Crofton, Ryhill and Walton

The total recorded crimes in Crofton, Ryhill and Walton, Wakefield, UK in July 2025 are around 81 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Crofton, Ryhill and Walton crime rate of 10.27 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 Crofton, Ryhill and Walton, encompassing approximately 7,889 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (40) incidents (-11.11% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
Crofton, Ryhill and Walton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Kendal Rise with total crimes: 4
  • Oakenshaw Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Doncaster Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Crofton, Ryhill and Walton?

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

  • Relative to Wakefield:

    • In 2024, Crofton, Ryhill and Walton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Wakefield average, with 1228 crimes compared to 2451.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Crofton, Ryhill and Walton recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 20 other areas in the Wakefield.

    • In 2023, Crofton, Ryhill and Walton had fewer crimes than the Wakefield average, with 1,328 crimes compared to 2,327. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Crofton, Ryhill and Walton recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 20 other areas in the Wakefield.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Wakefield, Crofton, Ryhill and Walton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Crofton, Ryhill and Walton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Crofton, Ryhill and Walton has recorded 81 crimes with crime rate of 10.27 ranking 21th out of 20 in the Wakefield, UK

In 2024, the total Crofton, Ryhill and Walton crimes were 1,228. The crime rate of Crofton, Ryhill and Walton in 2024 was 155.66 (year) or 12.97 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Wakefield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Crofton, Ryhill and Walton were around 1,328 crimes with yearly crime rate of 168.33 (year) or 14.03 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the Wakefield.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Crofton, Ryhill and Walton)CrimesRank (Crofton, Ryhill and Walton)CrimesRank (Crofton, Ryhill and Walton)
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
Altofts and Whitwood151 141,622 161,648 16
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 Walton 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 40 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (45 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (41 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (44 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 40 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (39 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (45 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (48 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (38 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 82 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.83 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20257
April 20257
March 20254
February 20256
January 20252
December 20249
November 202412
October 20247
September 202411
August 202412

A total of 487 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 40.58 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202540
June 202545
May 202535
April 202541
March 202544
February 202540
January 202539
December 202437
November 202445
October 202435
September 202448
August 202438

A total of 50 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20254
April 20253
March 20253
February 20254
January 20251
December 20245
November 20244
October 20246
September 20241
August 202412

A total of 57 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20253
May 20254
April 20255
March 20254
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20246
September 20248
August 20248

A total of 46 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20252
May 20252
April 20254
March 20253
February 20256
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 20244
September 20245
August 20246

A total of 89 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.42 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20258
May 20259
April 20256
March 20256
February 202510
January 202511
December 20246
November 20248
October 20246
September 20246
August 20249

A total of 74 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20255
May 20255
April 20255
March 20255
February 20254
January 20256
December 20242
November 202411
October 20244
September 20249
August 202411

A total of 115 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.58 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202510
May 20259
April 202513
March 202513
February 20258
January 20258
December 20245
November 20248
October 20244
September 20249
August 202421

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
March 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20254

A total of 19 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
February 20251
January 20251
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
September 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241

High Crime Locations Crofton, Ryhill and Walton in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Crofton, Ryhill and Walton postcode area is presented below.

1. Kendal Rise (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Oakenshaw Lane (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Doncaster Road (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Public order1
4. Manorfields Court (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Ambleside Drive (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Hawthorn Avenue (Map)
Total2
Public order2
7. Spring Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Crofton Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. St James Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Church View Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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