Honley Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 marked a notable shift in Honley's crime profile, with the overall crime rate rising to 3.3 per 1,000 residents — a 26.2% increase from January's 2.6 per 1,000. Despite this uptick, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, recording 48.4% fewer crimes than the national rate of 6.4 per 1,000. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 50% of all incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (9.7%) and public order offences (9.7%). This concentration of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where such offences make up 27% of the total. Seasonal factors may play a role, as February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull could contribute to increased indoor disputes or domestic incidents. However, the area's lower rates of property crimes — particularly shoplifting (66% below UK average) and burglary (20% below) — suggest effective community policing or retail security measures. The relatively low levels of anti-social behaviour (89% below UK average) may reflect strong local social cohesion or proactive disorder management by authorities. While the month-on-month increase is concerning, Honley's overall crime profile continues to diverge from the UK average, indicating a combination of local conditions and broader national trends.

February 2026 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, with criminal damage and arson surging 500% (from 1 to 6 incidents) and shoplifting rising 300% (from 1 to 4). These jumps, though statistically significant, remain well below UK averages — criminal damage and arson were 35% lower than the national rate of 0.5 per 1,000. The increase in burglary (200% from 1 to 3 incidents) may reflect seasonal patterns, as winter months often see higher indoor break-ins due to longer evenings and increased use of home security systems. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell 80% compared to January, dropping from 5 to 1 incident — a trend consistent with the pre-spring lull in outdoor activity. Violent crimes in Honley remain 27% below the UK average, with 1.7 per 1,000 residents compared to the national 2.3 per 1,000. This divergence suggests that local factors, such as community engagement initiatives or targeted policing efforts, may be mitigating violent crime. Residents might find the 66% below-average shoplifting rate particularly reassuring, though the 300% month-on-month increase highlights the need for continued vigilance in retail areas.

Honley's crime rate in February 2026 (3.3 per 1,000) represents a 26.2% increase from January's 2.6 per 1,000, marking the first monthly rise since December 2025. This places the area in a unique position relative to the UK average — while the national rate stands at 6.4 per 1,000, Honley's rate remains 48.4% lower. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day in February, a figure that, while showing a slight upward trend, remains far below the UK average of roughly 4 crimes per day. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 301 residents illustrates the relatively low risk for Honley's 18,652 residents. This statistic, when contextualised against the UK's higher crime rates, underscores the effectiveness of local crime prevention strategies. The 26.2% month-on-month increase, though notable, must be balanced against the broader picture: Honley's crime rates continue to fall significantly short of national averages, suggesting that local conditions — whether socioeconomic, geographic, or demographic — are playing a decisive role in shaping the area's crime profile. The comparison highlights both the progress made in maintaining safety and the challenges posed by the recent upward trend.