Linthwaite and Slaithwaite Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Linthwaite and Slaithwaite’s September 2025 crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents places it 10.8% below the UK average, a position that underscores the area’s relative safety despite notable fluctuations in specific crime types. The most significant contributor to the monthly total was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.2% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 2.7 per 1,000. This category, though slightly above the UK average for violence (2.6 per 1,000), contrasts with the sharp decline in public order offences, which fell by 70% compared to the previous month. The area’s built-up character within Kirklees likely influences these trends, as urban environments often see higher rates of violent crime due to concentrated populations and social interactions. Vehicle crime, at 0.8 per 1,000, was 100% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area’s proximity to transport hubs or commuter routes. Meanwhile, the drop in anti-social behaviour and other crime suggests that local initiatives or seasonal factors—such as the return of students to educational institutions—may have temporarily altered the crime profile. September’s context of back-to-school activities and the transition into autumn nights may have influenced patterns, with increased foot traffic deterring certain crimes while creating opportunities for others. The overall picture, however, remains one of controlled crime levels, with the area’s performance highlighting the need for targeted strategies to address specific elevated categories like vehicle crime and burglary.

September 2025 saw a stark increase in burglary, with incidents doubling from 2 to 4, a 100% rise. This surge, despite the overall rate being below the UK average, may reflect seasonal factors such as the return of students and staff to local institutions, which could temporarily increase property vulnerability. Bicycle theft also doubled, rising from 1 to 2, linked to the influx of students and the start of the academic term. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson surged by 100%, from 3 to 6, suggesting a potential uptick in vandalism or arson-related incidents during the transition into autumn. In contrast, anti-social behaviour plummeted by 77.8%, from 9 to 2, and other crime fell by 80%, from 5 to 1, indicating possible success in local interventions or natural seasonal lulls. These shifts highlight the combination of local demographics and seasonal patterns, with property crime rising in tandem with increased residential activity while public disorder incidents declined.

Linthwaite and Slaithwaite’s crime rate in September 2025 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 13.9% decrease from the previous month’s 7.7. This decline aligns with the seasonal transition as September sees the return of students and staff to local schools and universities, potentially reducing the transient population that may contribute to property crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the built-up nature of the area within Kirklees. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 151 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable given the area’s population of 10,263, suggesting a community that, despite pockets of elevated specific crime types, maintains a generally stable security profile. The comparison to the UK average further highlights the area’s performance, with its overall rate 10.8% below the national figure, indicating effective local policing or community engagement strategies that may be worth examining in future reports.