Gomersal and Birkenshaw Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in Gomersal and Birkenshaw during February 2026, accounting for 33.3% of all reported crimes. This category, which saw 37 incidents, was the most prevalent type of crime, significantly outpacing other categories. The area’s crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents places it 7.8% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect the built-up nature of the locality and its proximity to Kirklees’ broader urban infrastructure. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, rose sharply compared to previous months, though it remains a focal point for local law enforcement. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may have contributed to the persistence of indoor-related crimes such as anti-social behaviour and violence. However, the data also reveals a mixed picture: while property crimes (30 incidents) were less prevalent than violent crimes, they still represented a notable share of the total. The UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.3 per 1,000) aligns closely with the area’s rate, suggesting that local factors, such as the concentration of residential and commercial spaces, may be driving this category’s prominence. The overall crime profile indicates a need for targeted interventions in areas where violence and anti-social behaviour are concentrated, particularly during periods of low outdoor activity. This data also highlights the importance of maintaining community-focused policing strategies to address the root causes of these trends, which may include socioeconomic factors and the dynamics of local social networks.

February 2026 marked a significant shift in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour surging by 146.2% to 32 incidents, the highest recorded in the area for this category. This jump, from 13 to 32 cases, may be linked to the winter season’s impact on community interactions and local events. Concurrently, public order offences doubled to eight, while theft from the person rose from zero to one incident—a stark anomaly that could reflect isolated incidents or heightened awareness. In contrast, drug-related crimes fell by 75% to one case, and vehicle crime dropped by 70.6% to five, due to seasonal factors reducing opportunities for such offences. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.0 per 1,000 residents, is 120% above the UK average, highlighting a localised challenge that may require targeted community engagement strategies. These fluctuations underscore the need for ongoing analysis of how seasonal and environmental factors influence crime trends in this built-up area.

The crime rate in Gomersal and Birkenshaw rose by 16.8% in February 2026, climbing from 5.9 to 6.9 per 1,000 residents. This increase places the area 7.8% above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of four crimes reported each day, a figure that may reflect the built-up nature of the locality and its proximity to Kirklees’ broader urban infrastructure. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 144 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while not alarmingly high, underscores the need for community vigilance. This figure contrasts with the previous month’s rate, which was lower, suggesting a shift in local dynamics. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the area’s crime rate is above average, it remains within a range consistent with similar built-up areas in northern England, where seasonal fluctuations and community density can influence reporting patterns.