Brighouse Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Brighouse's crime rate in April 2025 was 8.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 5.2% above the UK average of 7.7. This figure reflects a combination of local factors and broader national trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.7% of all reported incidents, followed by public order (9.8%) and anti-social behaviour (8.3%). These patterns align with the area's character as a built-up district within Calderdale, where urban density and community interactions may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and the transition to spring—likely influenced crime patterns, with increased outdoor activity potentially correlating with higher public order offences. Conversely, anti-social behaviour, which is 47% below the UK average, may reflect effective local initiatives or community engagement efforts. The rate of violent crime (3.4 per 1,000) is above the national benchmark, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in this category. Meanwhile, shoplifting (0.6 per 1,000) is 9% below the UK average, a trend that could be linked to retail strategies or seasonal shopping patterns during Easter. These statistics, when contextualised with the area's built-up nature and seasonal rhythms, offer insights into the multifaceted nature of crime in Brighouse.

The most dramatic shift in April 2025 was the 150% increase in drugs-related crimes, rising from four to ten incidents. This surge, while significant, remains a small proportion of overall crimes (3.8% of total), yet its magnitude warrants attention. Concurrently, vehicle crime fell by 55.6% (from nine to four), a reduction that may reflect seasonal factors or changes in local enforcement priorities. Shoplifting also declined by 23.1%, from 26 to 20 incidents, potentially influenced by Easter-related retail patterns. The area's violent crime rate (3.4 per 1,000) is 30% above the UK average, a stark contrast to anti-social behaviour, which is 47% below the national benchmark. These disparities highlight the complexity of local crime dynamics, with public order offences (9.8% of total) also significantly exceeding UK averages by 48%. Residents may find the 1-in-123 monthly exposure rate a useful metric for understanding the relative risk of crime in their neighbourhood.

Brighouse's crime rate in April 2025 dropped by 6.0% compared to the previous month, falling from 8.6 to 8.1 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in similar built-up areas during spring, where seasonal transitions often correlate with shifts in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately nine crimes per day in April, a figure that reflects both local patterns and national trends. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 123 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is consistent with the area's demographic profile. This metric provides context for residents, illustrating that while crime remains a concern, the frequency is manageable within the community's population scale. The decrease in overall crime rate may also be influenced by the timing of Easter, which can alter public behaviour and reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. These figures, when contextualised against the local population, offer a nuanced picture of Brighouse's safety landscape.