Crime Rate in Stanley and Outwood East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Stanley and Outwood East

The total recorded crimes in Stanley and Outwood East, Wakefield, UK in March 2025 are around 148 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Stanley and Outwood East crime rate of 5.02 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 Stanley and Outwood East, encompassing approximately 29,492 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (83) incidents (36.07% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (18) incidents (157.14% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (9.09% increase)
Stanley and Outwood East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Tuke Grove with total crimes: 17
  • Wicket Drive with total crimes: 15
  • Tennyson Avenue with total crimes: 6

How safe is Stanley and Outwood East?

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

  • Relative to Wakefield:

    • In 2024, Stanley and Outwood East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Wakefield average, with 1707 crimes compared to 2451.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Stanley and Outwood East recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Stanley and Outwood East had fewer crimes than the Wakefield average, with 1,722 crimes compared to 2,327. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Stanley and Outwood East recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Stanley and Outwood East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Stanley and Outwood East has recorded 148 crimes with crime rate of 5.02 ranking 14th out of 20 in the Wakefield, UK

In 2024, the total Stanley and Outwood East crimes were 1,707. The crime rate of Stanley and Outwood East in 2024 was 57.88 (year) or 4.82 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Wakefield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Stanley and Outwood East were around 1,722 crimes with yearly crime rate of 58.39 (year) or 4.87 (month) ranking 14 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
Ossett112 181,549 181,717 15
Altofts and Whitwood119 161,622 161,648 16
Pontefract South106 191,563 171,407 19
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

Stanley and Outwood East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (83 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 61 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (72 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 68 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (52 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (62 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (70 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (61 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 73 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (106 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (40 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (75 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (58 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (15 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (70 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 136 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.46 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202511
January 20256
December 202418
November 20249
October 202415
September 20247
August 202411
July 202412
June 20248
May 202411
April 202412
March 20244

A total of 177 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 13.62 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 202516
January 202511
December 202410
November 202415
October 202410
September 202414
August 202419
July 202421
June 202418
May 202412
April 202415
March 202410

A total of 911 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 70.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 106 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202583
February 202561
January 202572
December 202468
November 202452
October 202462
September 202470
August 202461
July 202473
June 2024106
May 202475
April 202458
March 202470

A total of 141 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.85 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 20257
January 20258
December 202418
November 202413
October 20247
September 20242
August 20246
July 202411
June 202424
May 202411
April 202410
March 20246

A total of 68 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.23 incidents per month. March 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20244
September 20247
August 20247
July 20246
June 20246
May 20245
April 20244
March 202410

A total of 118 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20257
January 20257
December 202412
November 20242
October 20246
September 20247
August 20248
July 202411
June 202426
May 20248
April 20247
March 20248

A total of 197 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 15.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202510
January 20259
December 202413
November 202412
October 202411
September 202414
August 202410
July 202424
June 202440
May 202422
April 202410
March 202413

A total of 44 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.38 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20257
January 20256
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20245
August 20243
July 20244
June 20242
May 20244
April 20242
March 20245

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241
March 20241

A total of 51 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
November 20244
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
July 202410
June 20248
May 20247
April 20241
March 20246

A total of 12 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
July 20241
June 20244
April 20242

A total of 14 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
April 20241

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20243
August 20241
May 20241
March 20242

High Crime Locations Stanley and Outwood East in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Stanley and Outwood East postcode area is presented below.

1. Tuke Grove (Map)
Total17
Violence and sexual offences8
Public order5
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
2. Wicket Drive (Map)
Total15
Violence and sexual offences12
Other theft2
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Tennyson Avenue (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
4. Ashworth Square (Map)
Total5
Vehicle crime5
5. Bar Lane (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
6. Holmfield Chase (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
7. Kenmore Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
8. Easby Way (Map)
Total4
Burglary3
Vehicle crime1
9. Newmarket Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
10. Lime Pit Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3

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