Calderdale Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 210,929 residents, Calderdale recorded 1,853 crimes in February 2024, translating to 8.8 crimes per 1,000 people. This rate is 23.9% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, highlighting a notable divergence from national trends. The breakdown reveals that violence and sexual offences (835 incidents) accounted for 45.1% of all crimes, followed by public order (167) at 9.0% and other theft (141) at 7.6%. These figures suggest a crime profile skewed toward interpersonal conflicts and disorderly conduct, which may partly explain the elevated rate compared to the UK average. Seasonal factors could play a role, as February—a winter month marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—often sees shifts in crime patterns. The dominance of violent crimes over property crimes contrasts with some UK regions where property-related offences dominate. This could reflect local dynamics, such as the presence of densely populated urban areas within Calderdale or socioeconomic factors influencing crime trends. However, direct causal links, and further analysis would be needed to explore these patterns in depth.

February 2024 saw significant month-on-month changes in specific crime categories, with anti-social behaviour increasing by 20.2% (109 to 131 incidents) and other theft rising by 14.6% (123 to 141). These increases may be linked to seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity encouraging indoor disputes or unseasonably warm weather extending social interactions into the evening. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 60.0% (from 5 to 2 incidents), potentially reflecting heightened awareness during the winter or changes in transport patterns. Robbery also fell by 46.2% (from 13 to 7). Violence and sexual offences remain 60% above the UK average (4.0 vs 2.5 per 1,000), while public order offences are 63% above (0.8 vs 0.5 per 1,000). These figures suggest that Calderdale’s crime profile is significantly influenced by interpersonal conflicts and disorderly conduct, which may be exacerbated by local conditions such as high-density housing or community tensions. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour’s sharp increase raises questions about whether it reflects a broader trend or isolated incidents.

Calderdale’s crime rate in February 2024 (8.8 per 1,000) marked an 8.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 9.6 per 1,000, indicating a short-term reduction in overall crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 64 crimes per day—a figure that, while local to Calderdale, provides context for residents on the frequency of incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 114 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the scale of activity relative to the population. This rate is higher than the UK average, though the decline from February 2023 to 2024 suggests some stabilization. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Calderdale’s crime burden is high compared to the UK, with violent crimes and public order offences contributing most significantly. While the drop from 9.6 to 8.8 per 1,000 may reflect seasonal lulls or targeted interventions, the sustained elevation above the UK average indicates systemic challenges that require ongoing attention. Residents living in areas with higher concentrations of reported crimes—such as those near public venues or transport hubs—may experience a greater risk.