Crime Rate in Wakefield Rural: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wakefield Rural

The total recorded crimes in Wakefield Rural, Wakefield, UK in July 2025 are around 104 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wakefield Rural crime rate of 9.85 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 Wakefield Rural, encompassing approximately 10,557 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (55) incidents (-15.38% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (-42.86% decrease)
  • Public order: (8) incidents (-60.00% decrease)
Wakefield Rural Crime Hotspots

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

  • New Hall Approach with total crimes: 7
  • Denby Dale Road West with total crimes: 7
  • The Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Wakefield Rural?

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

  • Relative to Wakefield:

    • In 2024, Wakefield Rural demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Wakefield average, with 1394 crimes compared to 2451.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Wakefield Rural recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 20 other areas in the Wakefield.

    • In 2023, Wakefield Rural had fewer crimes than the Wakefield average, with 1,395 crimes compared to 2,327. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Wakefield Rural recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 20 other areas in the Wakefield.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Wakefield Rural Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Wakefield Rural has recorded 104 crimes with crime rate of 9.85 ranking 19th out of 20 in the Wakefield, UK

In 2024, the total Wakefield Rural crimes were 1,394. The crime rate of Wakefield Rural in 2024 was 132.04 (year) or 11.00 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Wakefield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wakefield Rural were around 1,395 crimes with yearly crime rate of 132.13 (year) or 11.01 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Wakefield.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Wakefield Rural)CrimesRank (Wakefield Rural)CrimesRank (Wakefield Rural)
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
Horbury and South Ossett85 201,445 191,469 18
Crofton, Ryhill and Walton81 211,228 211,328 21

Wakefield Rural 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 55 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (65 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (50 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (54 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (48 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (23 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 62 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (41 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (44 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (46 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (52 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (39 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 590 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 49.17 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 65 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202555
June 202565
May 202550
April 202554
March 202548
February 202562
January 202541
December 202434
November 202444
October 202446
September 202452
August 202439

A total of 94 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.83 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20257
May 202520
April 202513
March 20253
February 20256
January 20256
December 202411
November 20245
October 20245
September 20246
August 20247

A total of 171 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202521
May 202518
April 202514
March 202523
February 202511
January 20258
December 20248
November 202412
October 202415
September 202411
August 202418

A total of 27 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20252
April 20254
March 20251
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20244
August 20242

A total of 97 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.08 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20257
May 20255
April 202511
March 202511
February 202512
January 20259
December 20247
November 20249
October 20248
September 20246
August 20246

A total of 130 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.83 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202520
May 20259
April 202512
March 202510
February 202510
January 20254
December 202411
November 20247
October 202412
September 202411
August 202416

A total of 58 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20257
April 20256
March 20254
February 20254
January 20254
December 20245
November 202410
October 20244
September 20246
August 20244

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20252

A total of 18 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20252
April 20253
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20242
August 20242

A total of 80 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20257
May 20257
April 20253
March 20258
February 20257
January 20258
December 20245
November 20244
October 20248
September 20249
August 20249

A total of 41 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20255
April 20258
March 20253
February 20251
December 20243
November 20244
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 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
January 20251

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Wakefield Rural in July 2025

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

1. New Hall Approach (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences6
Drugs1
2. Denby Dale Road West (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. The Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
4. Grenville Walk (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
5. Daw Green Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
6. Coxley Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Bridle Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Upper Lane (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
9. Oakland Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
10. Ridge Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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