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 May 2025 are around 76 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Crofton, Ryhill and Walton crime rate of 9.63 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (35) incidents (-14.63% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (9) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (-30.77% decrease)
Crofton, Ryhill and Walton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Attlee Avenue with total crimes: 5
  • Brooklands Avenue with total crimes: 3
  • Madeley 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 May 2025 the Crofton, Ryhill and Walton has recorded 76 crimes with crime rate of 9.63 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Crofton, Ryhill and Walton)CrimesRank (Crofton, Ryhill and Walton)CrimesRank (Crofton, Ryhill and Walton)
Wakefield East391 14,673 13,976 1
Wakefield North303 34,023 33,494 2
Castleford Central and Glasshoughton331 24,402 23,232 5
Pontefract North276 43,459 43,453 3
Wakefield West212 93,053 63,284 4
South Elmsall and South Kirkby228 73,142 53,171 6
Featherstone256 52,598 82,384 9
Hemsworth229 62,255 112,417 8
Airedale and Ferry Fryston168 112,427 102,489 7
Knottingley218 82,666 72,298 11
Wakefield South183 102,492 92,337 10
Normanton158 122,252 122,286 12
Wrenthorpe and Outwood West157 131,694 151,737 13
Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton126 191,831 131,614 17
Stanley and Outwood East144 141,707 141,722 14
Ossett128 171,549 181,717 15
Pontefract South139 151,563 171,407 19
Altofts and Whitwood138 161,622 161,648 16
Horbury and South Ossett124 201,445 191,469 18
Wakefield Rural127 181,394 201,395 20

Crofton, Ryhill and Walton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 59 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (76 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (43 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 101 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.77 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20255
March 20255
February 20254
January 20256
December 20242
November 202411
October 20244
September 20249
August 202411
July 202411
June 202416
May 202412

A total of 107 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.23 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20256
March 20256
February 202510
January 202511
December 20246
November 20248
October 20246
September 20246
August 20249
July 20246
June 202418
May 20246

A total of 73 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20255
March 20254
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20246
September 20248
August 20248
July 20243
June 202416
May 20247

A total of 146 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 11.23 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 202513
March 202513
February 20258
January 20258
December 20245
November 20248
October 20244
September 20249
August 202421
July 202415
June 202426
May 20247

A total of 98 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.54 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20257
March 20254
February 20256
January 20252
December 20249
November 202412
October 20247
September 202411
August 202412
July 20247
June 202412
May 20242

A total of 55 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.23 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20254
March 20253
February 20256
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 20244
September 20245
August 20246
July 20247
June 20244
May 20246

A total of 580 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 44.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 76 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202535
April 202541
March 202544
February 202540
January 202539
December 202437
November 202445
October 202435
September 202448
August 202438
July 202459
June 202476
May 202443

A total of 69 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.31 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20253
March 20253
February 20254
January 20251
December 20245
November 20244
October 20246
September 20241
August 202412
July 202410
June 202410
May 20246

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 22 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 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 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20254

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 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 May 2025

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

1. Attlee Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
2. Brooklands Avenue (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Madeley Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
4. Ings Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Slack Lane (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2
6. Kendal Rise (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
7. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
8. Holly Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Hawthorn Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Hare Park Lane (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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