Elland Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Elland, 9.6 crimes were reported in June 2024, placing the area 17.1% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of approximately 5 crimes for every 15,100 residents, or roughly one crime for every 104 residents over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.8% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.6%) and public order offences (13.1%). These figures align with patterns seen in similar urban centres, where the convergence of residential and commercial spaces can amplify tensions during the summer months. The seasonal context of June—when daylight hours increase and tourism begins to rise in surrounding rural areas—may contribute to higher levels of public disorder, though this remains speculative without further data. Violent crimes in Elland (4.1 per 1,000) were 49% above the UK average, a disparity that could reflect local demographic factors such as the presence of younger populations or community-specific pressures. Meanwhile, vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) was 11% below the UK average, indicating effective local policing strategies or lower commuter traffic in the area compared to larger urban centres.

June 2024 saw a 90% increase in public order offences compared to May, rising from 10 to 19 incidents. This spike, which brought the rate to 1.3 per 1,000 (113% above the UK average), may be linked to the start of the summer season, when outdoor gatherings and alcohol consumption in public spaces tend to rise. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 83.3% (from 6 to 1 incidents), a stark contrast that could indicate seasonal shifts in retail activity or improved security measures in local stores. Violent crimes remained high, with Elland’s rate of 4.1 per 1,000 (49% above the UK average) highlighting a persistent challenge for local authorities. This figure is particularly notable for residents, as it suggests a higher likelihood of encountering violent incidents than the national average. Meanwhile, vehicle crime was 11% below the UK average, a small but consistent trend that may reflect lower levels of car-related theft or effective community policing initiatives. The drop in drug-related offences (from 9 to 3 incidents) by 66.7% also merits attention, though without additional context, it is unclear whether this reflects temporary changes in enforcement or shifts in local patterns.

Elland’s crime rate in June 2024 (9.6 per 1,000) marked a 16.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 11.5 per 1,000, suggesting a potential stabilization in local crime trends. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly 5 crimes reported each day in the built-up area, a figure that may seem concerning but is contextualized by the area’s population of 15,100 residents. Over the course of the month, this translates to one reported crime for every 104 residents, a ratio that, while higher than the UK average, is not extreme when compared to similarly sized urban centres. The population-scaled perspective is critical: while 9.6 per 1,000 may appear high, it is essential to consider Elland’s specific characteristics. As a built-up area within Calderdale, it likely experiences a mix of residential and commercial activity that can influence crime patterns. The comparison to the UK average also reveals disparities in specific categories—public order offences, for example, were 113% above the national rate, underscoring a local challenge that may require targeted interventions. However, the decline from 11.5 to 9.6 per 1,000 also indicates that efforts to reduce crime may be having some effect, even if the overall rate remains above the national benchmark.