Liversedge Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 16,217, Liversedge recorded 147 crimes in September 2025, translating to 9.1 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 23% higher than the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, highlighting a significant disparity. Violence and sexual offences (54 incidents, 36.7% of total crimes) dominated the crime profile, followed by anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) and vehicle crime (14 incidents). The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—likely contributes to shifts in criminal activity, with public spaces and transport hubs becoming focal points. Vehicle crime, at 0.9 per 1,000, is 125% above the UK average, potentially linked to increased commuter traffic or unsecured vehicles in residential areas. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remains a persistent concern, though its rate is only marginally above the UK average. The data suggests a combination of local demographics and seasonal patterns, with the built-up nature of Liversedge and its proximity to Kirklees likely amplifying certain crime types. The high rate of violence and sexual offences may reflect broader social dynamics, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.

September 2025 saw dramatic increases in bicycle theft (+300%, from 1 to 4 incidents) and vehicle crime (+180%, from 5 to 14), both of which are significantly above UK averages. These spikes may be tied to the start of the academic year, with students and commuters using more bicycles and vehicles in the area. Shoplifting also rose sharply (+116.7%, from 6 to 13), potentially driven by increased foot traffic in retail zones. Conversely, drugs-related crime fell by 75% (from 4 to 1), and burglary dropped by 75% (from 8 to 2), suggesting a temporary reduction in property crimes. The breakdown reveals a stark contrast between violent crime rates (violence and sexual offences at 3.3 per 1,000, 28% above UK average) and property crimes, which are higher in certain categories. For residents, the surge in vehicle crime underscores the need for increased vigilance around car parks and driveways, particularly in the evenings when traffic is lighter.

Liversedge’s crime rate in September 2025 (9.1 per 1,000) represents a 10.5% increase from August’s rate of 8.2 per 1,000, reflecting a growing trend. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly 5 crimes per day, a figure that may feel more immediate to local residents than aggregated monthly statistics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 110 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents within the community. When scaled to Liversedge’s population of 16,217, this means that nearly 150 residents experienced a crime during the month, a statistic that underscores the need for targeted policing and community engagement. The comparison to the UK average reveals that Liversedge’s violent crime rate is particularly elevated, but property crimes like vehicle theft and shoplifting are also significantly above national levels. These disparities may be influenced by local factors such as the area’s built-up character, its role as a commuter hub, and the seasonal influx of students and workers. Understanding these patterns can help residents and authorities better prepare for future trends.