Crime Rate in Horbury and South Ossett: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Horbury and South Ossett

The total recorded crimes in Horbury and South Ossett, Wakefield, UK in July 2025 are around 85 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Horbury and South Ossett crime rate of 3.37 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 Horbury and South Ossett, encompassing approximately 25,227 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (48) incidents (-12.73% decrease)
  • Public order: (12) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Horbury and South Ossett Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Sycamores with total crimes: 5
  • Daw Lane with total crimes: 3
  • The Shutt with total crimes: 3

How safe is Horbury and South Ossett?

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

  • Relative to Wakefield:

    • In 2024, Horbury and South Ossett demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Wakefield average, with 1445 crimes compared to 2451.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Horbury and South Ossett recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 20 other areas in the Wakefield.

    • In 2023, Horbury and South Ossett had fewer crimes than the Wakefield average, with 1,469 crimes compared to 2,327. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Horbury and South Ossett recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other areas in the Wakefield.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Wakefield, Horbury and South Ossett has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Horbury and South Ossett Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Horbury and South Ossett has recorded 85 crimes with crime rate of 3.37 ranking 20th out of 20 in the Wakefield, UK

In 2024, the total Horbury and South Ossett crimes were 1,445. The crime rate of Horbury and South Ossett in 2024 was 57.28 (year) or 4.77 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Wakefield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Horbury and South Ossett were around 1,469 crimes with yearly crime rate of 58.23 (year) or 4.85 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Wakefield.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Horbury and South Ossett)CrimesRank (Horbury and South Ossett)CrimesRank (Horbury and South Ossett)
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
Wakefield Rural104 191,394 201,395 20
Crofton, Ryhill and Walton81 211,228 211,328 21

Horbury and South Ossett 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 48 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (55 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (59 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (55 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (43 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 45 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (46 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 53 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (66 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (44 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (74 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (52 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 640 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 53.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 74 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202548
June 202555
May 202559
April 202555
March 202543
February 202545
January 202546
December 202453
November 202466
October 202444
September 202474
August 202452

A total of 95 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.92 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202514
May 202512
April 202516
March 20254
February 20253
January 20253
December 20245
November 20245
October 202410
September 202412
August 20244

A total of 66 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20258
May 20259
April 20256
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20247
November 20244
October 20244
September 202411
August 20249

A total of 49 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20257
May 20254
April 20253
March 20255
February 20254
January 20253
December 20248
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20246

A total of 126 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20258
May 202510
April 202513
March 202512
February 20256
January 202514
December 202417
November 20247
October 20246
September 202412
August 20249

A total of 75 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20258
May 20256
April 20255
March 202510
February 20252
January 20256
December 20244
November 20249
October 20246
September 202410
August 20243

A total of 75 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 202510
April 202516
March 20253
February 20254
January 20251
December 202410
November 20242
October 20244
September 20248
August 202412

A total of 19 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20256
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 36 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20254
April 20255
March 20252
February 20258
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20243
September 20243
August 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
March 20251
January 20252
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 42 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20256
April 20253
March 20251
February 20255
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20244
September 20249
August 20247

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20252
October 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251

High Crime Locations Horbury and South Ossett in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Horbury and South Ossett postcode area is presented below.

1. The Sycamores (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
2. Daw Lane (Map)
Total3
Public order3
3. The Shutt (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Ken Churchill Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
5. Westwood Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
6. St John'S Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
7. Castle Grove (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. B6128 (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Drugs1
9. Sunroyd Hill (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Berry Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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