Gomersal and Birkenshaw Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Gomersal and Birkenshaw's crime rate in November 2024 (6.7 per 1,000 residents) places the area 11.8% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, reflecting a safer-than-average local environment. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (34 incidents, 31.8% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (21 incidents, 19.6%). This distribution contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for a slightly lower share of total crime. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the onset of dark evenings—may have influenced these patterns. For instance, the rise in violence and sexual offences could be consistent with increased social activity during festive events, while the sharp increase in shoplifting (from 2 to 6 incidents) may be linked to the commercial pressures of Black Friday. Conversely, the area's lower rates of burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and other theft (0.2 per 1,000) compared to the UK average suggest effective local measures or environmental factors, such as improved lighting or community watch initiatives, that may deter property crimes. These findings illustrate an area where violent crime remains a concern but where property-related offences are lower than national levels, a trend that may be influenced by the built-up nature of the area and its proximity to urban services that could reduce opportunities for burglary.

November 2024 saw sharp increases in shoplifting and other crime, both surging by 200% compared to October. This jump, from 2 to 6 incidents for each category, may be linked to the seasonal context of Black Friday shopping and the extended hours of retail activity. Conversely, other theft and burglary both decreased, with other theft falling by 50% and burglary dropping by 33.3%, suggesting a possible shift in criminal focus during the month. The area's violence and sexual offences rate (2.1 per 1,000) was 19% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (1.3 per 1,000) was 17% above. These divergences highlight the combination of local factors—such as community dynamics and environmental conditions—with broader national trends. For residents, the 200% rise in shoplifting underscores the need for vigilance during peak shopping periods, a practical insight derived directly from the data.

Gomersal and Birkenshaw's crime rate in November 2024 (6.7 per 1,000 residents) marks a 32.0% increase from the previous month's rate of 5.1 per 1,000. This rise, while notable, still places the area 11.8% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the local context of a built-up area within Kirklees. Over the course of November, one crime was reported for every 149 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the relative safety of the area despite the upward trend. When compared to the UK average, the local population's experience with crime remains distinct, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which show marked deviations from national norms. These figures, while providing a snapshot of the area's security landscape, must be interpreted alongside local factors such as community engagement and seasonal events that may influence crime patterns.