Liversedge Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Liversedge’s crime profile in January 2025 is defined by a striking imbalance between violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for over 40% of all reported incidents. This contrasts sharply with the UK average, where such crimes make up 55% of the total. The area’s overall crime rate of 9.4 per 1,000 residents—32.4% above the UK average—reflects a combination of local factors, including the built-up nature of the area and its position within Kirklees, a region known for moderate urban density. The dominance of violent crime, particularly in the form of assaults and sexual offences, may be linked to the area’s demographics. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also feature prominently, with the latter exceeding the UK average by 139%, potentially influenced by the post-holiday period and reduced retail footfall typical of January. Seasonal patterns appear to play a role, as the shorter days and colder weather may limit outdoor activity, yet violent crime remains elevated, suggesting that other factors—such as social dynamics or unmet community needs—may be at play. The relatively low proportion of property crimes, such as shoplifting and vehicle crime, contrasts with the UK average, where these categories tend to be more significant. This divergence could indicate that Liversedge’s built-up character, with its mix of residential and commercial areas, may drive different crime patterns compared to more rural or suburban locales. The data underscores the need for targeted interventions, though without further context, it remains unclear whether the current trends are part of a broader shift or isolated to January’s unique circumstances.

The crime mix in January 2025 reveals a stark contrast between violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences comprising 41.5% of all incidents—far exceeding the UK average for this category by 55%. This dominance of violent crime may partly explain the area’s overall rate being 32.4% above the UK average. Other crime saw a 175% increase from December, surging from four to 11 incidents, a jump that could reflect specific local events or unaddressed community tensions. Conversely, vehicle crime decreased by 36.4%, likely linked to reduced outdoor activity during January’s shorter days. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also rose, with the latter exceeding the UK average by 139%. These trends suggest that the area’s social fabric may be under strain, though the absence of a clear causal link means further analysis is required to understand the underlying factors driving these shifts.

Liversedge's January 2025 crime rate of 9.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 22.5% decrease from the previous month's 12.1 per 1,000, reflecting a notable shift in local crime dynamics. This decline, though modest, aligns with the typically quieter rhythms of January, a month characterised by reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately five crimes reported each day in January, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 107 residents, highlighting the monthly exposure to crime within this built-up area. While this rate is higher than the UK average, the reduction from December suggests potential improvements in community engagement or seasonal factors influencing criminal activity. The population context further underscores that, despite the above-average rate, the absolute number of crimes remains relatively low in proportion to Liversedge's 16,217 residents.