Cleckheaton Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2024, Cleckheaton, a built-up area within Kirklees, recorded 99 crimes across its population of 11,895, translating to a crime rate of 8.3 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 1.2% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. The crime profile reveals a stark imbalance, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 40% of all incidents—far exceeding their share in the UK average. Public order offences, at 17 cases, were 130% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the area’s urban character and the density of public spaces. Other theft and anti-social behaviour also stood out, with the former 38% above the UK average and the latter 43% below. Seasonal factors, such as the start of summer, may have influenced patterns. The breakdown shows that Cleckheaton’s crime profile is shaped by its built-up environment, with public order and violent crimes dominating over property-related incidents. This contrasts with rural areas where property crime often prevails, underscoring the unique challenges of urban centres. While the overall rate remains close to the national average, the disproportionate focus on violent and public order offences suggests a need for tailored approaches to address these specific issues.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in Cleckheaton’s crime profile, with possession of weapons rising by 100% compared to the previous month, a change that may reflect increased police visibility or altered reporting practices. Anti-social behaviour also doubled, reaching nine incidents, which contrasts sharply with the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. Meanwhile, vehicle crime dropped by 44.4%, possibly linked to reduced car theft opportunities during summer months. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 27.3% from May, a significant drop that aligns with broader trends in urban areas during warmer weather. This category remains high compared to the UK average, with a 23% gap at 3.4 per 1,000. Public order offences, at 1.4 per 1,000, were 130% above the UK average, a figure that may relate to the area’s built-up nature and potential for public gatherings. These variations highlight the need for targeted interventions in specific crime categories.

Cleckheaton's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 8.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a 10.1% decline from the previous month’s rate of 9.3 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a potential shift in local crime dynamics, though further analysis is needed to confirm underlying factors. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day during June, a figure that contextualises the rate within the rhythm of everyday life. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 120 residents, a metric that highlights the frequency of incidents relative to the population. When scaled to Cleckheaton’s population of 11,895, this means that 99 crimes corresponded to a crime rate slightly above the UK average, though the difference is modest at 1.2%. The local context—urban density, community initiatives, or seasonal factors—may help explain these numbers, but they remain consistent with broader regional patterns observed in similar-sized built-up areas within Kirklees.