Liversedge Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 16,217 residents, Liversedge recorded 154 crimes in September 2024, translating to a crime rate of 9.5 per 1,000 people—23.4% above the UK average of 7.7. This figure underscores the area's distinct position within national crime trends, though the reasons for this elevation remain complex. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, contributing 39.6% of all incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (10.4%) and vehicle crime (9.1%). These patterns align with the area's built-up nature and likely reflect the interplay of local demographics, such as the presence of educational institutions and commercial zones. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students to schools and universities—may have influenced crime trends. The rate of violent crime in Liversedge is 45% higher than the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 40% below. This contrast highlights the area's unique challenges and potential strengths in community management. The high proportion of property crimes, particularly vehicle-related incidents, may be linked to the area's infrastructure and transportation networks, which could create opportunities for such offences. As the month transitions into autumn, the shift in daylight hours and social activity patterns may further influence crime dynamics, though these effects are yet to be fully observed.

September 2024 saw significant fluctuations in crime types compared to August. Anti-social behaviour fell by 67.6%, from 34 to 11 incidents, a drop that may reflect seasonal patterns as school and university terms begin. Conversely, robbery, theft from the person, and possession of weapons all doubled, with each category rising from zero to one, two, and four incidents respectively. These increases could be linked to the return of students and the associated changes in local demographics. Violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent category, accounting for 39.6% of all crimes—45% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast with the UK benchmark highlights a specific challenge for Liversedge, where such offences are concentrated. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell below the UK average by 40%, a shift that may indicate effective local interventions or temporary changes in community activity patterns.

Liversedge's crime rate in September 2024 (9.5 per 1,000 residents) marks a 15.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 11.3 per 1,000. This decline suggests a potential shift in local dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately 5 crimes per day—roughly one every 5 hours. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 105 residents over the course of the month. While this figure is higher than the UK average, the rate of decrease from August to September contrasts with the persistent elevation above national levels. The daily crime count provides a tangible sense of local exposure: residents face a 1-in-105 chance of a crime being reported in their vicinity during September. This context helps frame the statistical reality for individuals living in the area, though it does not account for unreported incidents or variations in personal risk factors.