Crime Rate in Rural West York: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rural West York

The total recorded crimes in Rural West York, York, UK in March 2025 are around 36 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rural West York crime rate of 13.74 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 Rural West York, encompassing approximately 2,620 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (-55.56% decrease)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (250.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Rural West York Crime Hotspots

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

  • A1237 with total crimes: 5
  • with total crimes: 4
  • Montague Walk with total crimes: 2

How safe is Rural West York?

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

  • Relative to York:

    • In 2024, Rural West York demonstrated a lower crime volume than the York average, with 432 crimes compared to 1479.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Rural West York recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Rural West York had fewer crimes than the York average, with 430 crimes compared to 1,590. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rural West York recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rural West York Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Rural West York has recorded 36 crimes with crime rate of 13.74 ranking 15th out of 20 in the York, UK

In 2024, the total Rural West York crimes were 432. The crime rate of Rural West York in 2024 was 164.89 (year) or 13.74 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the York.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rural West York were around 430 crimes with yearly crime rate of 164.12 (year) or 13.68 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the York.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (York)CrimesRank (York)CrimesRank (York)
Guildhall1,196 115,024 116,280 1
Micklegate247 22,606 22,712 2
Westfield175 32,026 32,367 3
Holgate150 51,189 61,408 4
Osbaldwick & Derwent150 41,468 41,383 5
Heworth107 71,270 51,331 6
Huntington & New Earswick141 61,181 71,279 7
Clifton87 8925 81,018 8
Hull Road77 9891 9939 9
Fishergate70 10811 10822 10
Rawcliffe & Clifton Without55 11694 11733 11
Dringhouses & Woodthorpe45 13543 12624 12
Haxby & Wigginton51 12440 14530 13
Fulford & Heslington39 14518 13334 16
Acomb36 16385 16502 14
Strensall22 17268 17269 17
Wheldrake16 18136 18123 18
Copmanthorpe7 2078 20110 19
Bishopthorpe15 19119 19102 20
Heworth Without5 2155 2189 21

Rural West York Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 81 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 10.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
October 202412
September 20248
August 202411
July 202412
June 202416
May 20249
April 20247

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
August 20242

A total of 91 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 11.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
October 202418
September 20248
August 202410
July 20246
June 202424
May 20248
April 20249

A total of 26 Other theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
October 20245
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 20248
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.86 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
October 20242
August 20243
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 34 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
October 20244
September 20243
August 20241
July 20243
June 20248
May 20242
April 20247

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 202410
April 20241

A total of 22 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 3.14 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243
July 20243
May 20241
April 20247

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
September 20243
August 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 202410

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 19 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 3.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
September 20241
June 202414
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20243
July 20244

High Crime Locations Rural West York in March 2025

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

1. A1237 (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
2. (Map)
Total4
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Montague Walk (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
5. Kyle Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
6. Trenchard Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Shopping Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Further/Higher Educational Building (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. (Map)
Total2
Drugs2
10. The Wheelhouse (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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