Calderdale Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Calderdale’s crime profile in August 2024, accounting for 40.4% of all reported crimes. With a total crime rate of 11.1 per 1,000 residents—35.4% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000—the area faces a significant challenge in addressing violent crime. This category alone was 67% above the UK average, with 941 incidents reported, underscoring the urgency for targeted interventions. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast between violent and property-related offences: while violent crime accounted for the majority of incidents, property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime also rose, with burglary increasing by 32.5% compared to July. Seasonal factors may contribute to these trends, as August is typically a peak holiday month in Calderdale, potentially increasing foot traffic in urban centres and leaving homes unoccupied for extended periods. This context may explain the 56% rise in burglary rates compared to the UK average, as well as the 31.0% increase in public order offences. However, the data also shows some positive trends, such as a 15.3% decline in criminal damage and arson, which may reflect community efforts or seasonal shifts in criminal activity. The area’s crime profile highlights a combination of urban dynamics, seasonal influences, and localised factors that require nuanced strategies to address.

August 2024 saw a sharp 55.6% increase in robbery cases, rising from 9 to 14 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 32.5% rise in burglary (from 77 to 102), signals a concerning upward trend in property-related crimes. Meanwhile, public order offences climbed by 31.0%, from 203 to 266, reflecting heightened tensions in public spaces. These increases contrast with declines in other categories, such as criminal damage and arson, which fell by 15.3% (196 to 166), and shoplifting, which dropped by 12.1% (140 to 123). The dominance of violent crime, particularly violence and sexual offences (40.4% of total crimes), is 67% above the UK average, highlighting a stark regional disparity. Anti-social behaviour remained stable at 1.4 per 1,000, slightly below the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000, suggesting localized efforts may be mitigating some forms of disorder.

Calderdale’s crime rate in August 2024 rose to 11.1 per 1,000 residents, a 4.8% increase from July’s 10.5 per 1,000. This places the area 35.4% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, a gap that has widened over recent months. On a daily basis, approximately 75 crimes were reported in August, translating to one reported crime for every 90 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure highlights the persistent presence of crime in the local community, though the rate remains stable compared to previous months. When viewed through the lens of population, the 210,929 residents of Calderdale experience crime at a rate significantly higher than the national average, underscoring the need for targeted local interventions. The increase in violent crime and public order offences compared to July suggests a shift in criminal activity patterns, which may be influenced by seasonal factors such as increased foot traffic in urban centres during August’s peak holiday period.