Lepton Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2024, Lepton, a built-up area within Kirklees, recorded a total of 34 crimes, translating to a crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 14.3% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, highlighting a relatively safer environment compared to national benchmarks. The distribution of crimes reveals a mix of violent and property-related offences, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 29.4% of the total (10 incidents), followed by public order offences (20.6%) and anti-social behaviour (14.7%). The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—may have influenced these patterns, as increased foot traffic and social activity in the area could contribute to public order issues. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of shoplifting (4 incidents) contrasts with the spike in other theft (3 incidents), suggesting a shift in criminal focus. The data also shows that violent crimes, while significant, remain below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour, though a persistent concern, is 15% below the national rate. This combination of factors illustrates a combination of local dynamics and broader trends, with seasonal transitions likely playing a role in shaping the crime profile for the month.

September 2024 saw significant shifts in crime patterns within Lepton. Other theft increased by 200%, rising from 1 to 3 incidents, while criminal damage and arson both jumped by 100% compared to August. This contrasts with a 63.6% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 11 to 4 cases. The spike in other theft and property-related crimes may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased activity in the area during the university freshers' period. Meanwhile, public order offences remained higher than the UK average, with 7 incidents reported—150% above the national benchmark of 0.6 per 1,000. This category, which includes disturbances and anti-social behaviour, accounted for 20.6% of all crimes in September. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, still contributed 14.7% of total crimes. Residents may find the sharp decline in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it suggests potential improvements in retail security measures or reduced opportunities for theft during the month.

Lepton's crime rate in September 2024 rose slightly to 6.6 per 1,000 residents, a 6.2% increase from the previous month's 6.2 per 1,000. This means that, on average, one crime was reported every day in the built-up area during September. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 151 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. While this rate remains 14.3% below the UK average, the shift in crime types compared to August highlights seasonal influences. The population of 5,129 means that the total of 34 crimes represents a relatively low frequency, but the distribution across categories warrants attention. For instance, public order offences, which accounted for 20.6% of total crimes, are 150% above the UK average. This suggests that local dynamics, such as increased foot traffic during the university freshers' period, may contribute to the trend. The daily crime count, though modest, underscores the need for ongoing community vigilance.