Crime Rate in Pontefract South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Pontefract South

The total recorded crimes in Pontefract South, Wakefield, UK in March 2025 are around 106 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Pontefract South crime rate of 4.13 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 Pontefract South, encompassing approximately 25,679 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (61) incidents (32.61% increase)
  • Other crime: (11) incidents (22.22% increase)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Pontefract South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Chequers Close with total crimes: 6
  • Fairfax Road with total crimes: 5
  • Churchbalk Lane with total crimes: 4

How safe is Pontefract South?

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

  • Relative to Wakefield:

    • In 2024, Pontefract South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Wakefield average, with 1563 crimes compared to 2451.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Pontefract South recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Pontefract South had fewer crimes than the Wakefield average, with 1,407 crimes compared to 2,327. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Pontefract South recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Pontefract South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Pontefract South has recorded 106 crimes with crime rate of 4.13 ranking 19th out of 20 in the Wakefield, UK

In 2024, the total Pontefract South crimes were 1,563. The crime rate of Pontefract South in 2024 was 60.87 (year) or 5.07 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Wakefield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Pontefract South were around 1,407 crimes with yearly crime rate of 54.79 (year) or 4.57 (month) ranking 19 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
Altofts and Whitwood119 161,622 161,648 16
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

Pontefract South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (61 incidents) and then Other crime showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 46 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (43 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 56 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (46 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (65 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (68 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (41 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 62 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (90 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (38 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (61 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (37 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (57 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (11 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 696 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 58.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 90 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202561
February 202546
January 202543
December 202456
November 202446
October 202465
September 202468
August 202441
July 202462
June 202490
May 202461
April 202457

A total of 103 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.58 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20259
January 20253
December 20249
November 20245
October 202412
September 20249
August 20245
July 202411
June 202412
May 202412
April 20247

A total of 110 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20253
January 20256
December 20248
November 20247
October 202411
September 202414
August 20246
July 202412
June 202416
May 20249
April 202410

A total of 176 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20258
January 20255
December 20247
November 202411
October 20248
September 20247
August 202416
July 202421
June 202438
May 202437
April 20249

A total of 32 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20247
October 20242
September 20241
July 20243
June 20244
May 20247
April 20242

A total of 29 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.64 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20245
September 20243
August 20243
July 20243
June 20244
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 68 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20259
January 20256
December 20245
November 20242
October 20245
September 20247
July 20243
June 202412
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 78 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20257
December 20243
November 20244
October 20246
September 20244
August 20247
July 20245
June 202422
May 202410
April 20246

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

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
January 20258
December 20246
November 20243
October 202411
September 20247
August 202410
July 20247
June 202412
May 20247
April 20245

A total of 15 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20242
November 20244
September 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 83 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20245
October 20248
September 20246
August 20245
July 20249
June 202418
May 202410
April 202411

A total of 11 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
August 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20244
August 20241
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Pontefract South in March 2025

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

1. Chequers Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Fairfax Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
3. Churchbalk Lane (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Public order1
4. Green Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Further/Higher Educational Building (Map)
Total3
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Viking Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. School Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
8. Harewood View (Map)
Total3
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Eastbourne Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
10. Moor Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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