Meltham Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Meltham, 7.2 crimes were reported in June 2023 — a rate 15.3% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This translates to roughly one crime for every 138 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 28.8% of total reports, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.2%) and burglary (12.1%). These patterns align with the area's character as a built-up district within Kirklees, where community dynamics and local infrastructure shape crime profiles. Seasonal factors may also play a role: as June marks the start of summer, increased foot traffic in public spaces could contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and violence. Conversely, the lower-than-average rate for vehicle crime (57% below UK average) may reflect reduced reliance on cars during warmer weather. The contrast between local and national averages highlights how Meltham’s unique social and geographic context influences its crime profile.

June 2023 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories. Burglary surged by 700% compared to May, rising from one incident to eight — a jump that may reflect seasonal patterns such as increased home occupancy during summer holidays. Other crime also rose sharply, doubling from one to three cases, while possession of weapons increased by 100% (from zero to one). These spikes contrast with declines in vehicle crime (-50%, from four to two) and violence and sexual offences (-34.5%, from 29 to 19), suggesting shifting priorities among offenders. Meltham’s burglary rate (0.9 per 1,000) is 181% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), a discrepancy that may relate to the area’s housing stock or local security measures. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remains significantly below the UK average (26% lower), indicating stronger community cohesion or effective local policing efforts. For residents, the most immediate concern appears to be burglary, which has seen a dramatic increase despite the overall rate remaining below national levels.

Meltham’s crime rate in June 2023 (7.2 per 1,000) marked a 3.0% decline from the previous month’s rate of 7.5 per 1,000, a slight but consistent trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day — a figure that may seem high in isolation but remains well below the UK average when scaled to Meltham’s population of 9,128. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 138 residents, a monthly exposure rate that provides a tangible sense of risk for local households. This figure is particularly meaningful when compared to the UK average, which would translate to a higher number of crimes per resident in a similarly sized area. The population-scaled perspective also highlights how Meltham’s lower overall rate contrasts with its higher-than-average burglary figures: while the area’s violent crime rate is 28% below the UK average, property crime rates show a different story. These nuances underscore the importance of looking beyond aggregate figures to understand how crime affects specific communities and demographics within Meltham.