Crime Rate in Ossett: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ossett

The total recorded crimes in Ossett, Wakefield, UK in July 2025 are around 127 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ossett crime rate of 4.44 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 Ossett, encompassing approximately 28,575 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (68) incidents (15.25% increase)
  • Other theft: (10) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
  • Public order: (8) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Ossett Crime Hotspots

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

  • Gunson Crescent with total crimes: 5
  • Bridle Place with total crimes: 4
  • Holly Approach with total crimes: 4

How safe is Ossett?

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

  • Relative to Wakefield:

    • In 2024, Ossett demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Wakefield average, with 1549 crimes compared to 2451.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Ossett recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other areas in the Wakefield.

    • In 2023, Ossett had fewer crimes than the Wakefield average, with 1,717 crimes compared to 2,327. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Ossett recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 20 other areas in the Wakefield.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Ossett Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Ossett has recorded 127 crimes with crime rate of 4.44 ranking 17th out of 20 in the Wakefield, UK

In 2024, the total Ossett crimes were 1,549. The crime rate of Ossett in 2024 was 54.21 (year) or 4.52 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Wakefield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ossett were around 1,717 crimes with yearly crime rate of 60.09 (year) or 5.01 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Wakefield.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ossett)CrimesRank (Ossett)CrimesRank (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
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

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 68 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (59 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (49 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (27 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (45 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (24 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (45 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 43 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (47 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 42 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (52 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (59 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (40 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 85 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.08 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20258
May 20259
April 20254
March 20256
February 20255
January 20257
December 20245
November 20248
October 20247
September 20248
August 202412

A total of 589 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 49.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 68 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202568
June 202559
May 202549
April 202545
March 202545
February 202543
January 202547
December 202442
November 202440
October 202452
September 202459
August 202440

A total of 53 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 202513
May 20254
April 20252
March 20255
February 20252
January 20255
December 20247
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20246

A total of 101 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.42 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202514
May 20259
April 20255
March 202511
February 20257
January 202510
December 20244
November 20248
October 20249
September 20246
August 20248

A total of 49 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.90 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
May 20253
April 20254
January 20254
December 20249
November 20245
October 20246
September 20243
August 202410

A total of 130 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.83 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202512
May 202510
April 202524
March 202515
February 20258
January 202511
December 20246
November 20242
October 202412
September 202411
August 202411

A total of 26 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 178 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.83 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202519
May 202527
April 202518
March 202514
February 202511
January 202513
December 20248
November 202419
October 202414
September 202411
August 202416

A total of 14 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242

A total of 110 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20256
April 20259
March 20259
February 202512
January 202510
December 202410
November 202414
October 20249
September 20249
August 202416

A total of 74 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20254
May 20257
April 20251
March 20252
February 20255
January 20253
December 20246
November 20245
October 202411
September 20248
August 202414

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
September 20242

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Ossett in July 2025

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

1. Gunson Crescent (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
2. Bridle Place (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
3. Holly Approach (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Broadgate (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Theft from the person1
5. Pickering Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. High Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Trinity View (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Thorpe View (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
9. Union Street (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Tenterfield Road (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences1

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