Meltham Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2025, Meltham's crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents placed it 23.3% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, reflecting a relatively low-crime environment for a built-up area. The total of 60 crimes — equivalent to 6.6 incidents per 1,000 residents — translates to approximately 1 crime for every 152 residents over the month, a manageable figure for a community of 9,128. Violent crimes dominated the landscape, accounting for 41.7% of all incidents (25 cases), a rate of 2.7 per 1,000 that was 11% below the UK average. This suggests that while violence remains a concern, local factors — such as the area's compact size and possibly lower levels of transient populations — may contribute to the gap. Public order offences, however, stood out as an anomaly: 10 incidents (1.1 per 1,000) marked a 72% increase over the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This discrepancy could be linked to Meltham's proximity to Kirklees' broader urban network, where summer festivals and outdoor events might amplify disorderly conduct. Seasonal context further shapes these patterns: with schools out and tourism in full swing, the month's dynamics likely influenced both the rise in shoplifting and the persistence of violent crime. The overall balance between property and violent crime also shifted slightly, with property crimes (15 incidents) accounting for 25% of the total, compared to 41.7% for violent crimes — a trend consistent with summer months, when outdoor spaces and commercial areas see increased activity.

July 2025 saw a 100% increase in shoplifting, rising from 0 to 3 incidents — a sharp contrast to the previous month. This spike aligns with the summer tourism peak, where retail areas may face heightened pressure. Conversely, burglary decreased by 44.4% (9 to 5), possibly reflecting seasonal changes in property occupancy or increased community vigilance. Public order offences, at 10 incidents, were 72% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, suggesting a localised concentration of disturbances. Violent crimes remained the most common category (25 incidents), but their rate of 2.7 per 1,000 was 11% below the national average, indicating a relatively safer environment for violent crime. The 100% increase in 'other crime' (from 1 to 2 incidents) raises questions about unclassified activities warranting further local scrutiny.

Meltham's crime rate in July 2025 rose to 6.6 per 1,000 residents, a 57.9% increase from the previous month's 4.2 per 1,000. This shift translates to roughly 2 crimes reported daily, a figure that may seem low but reflects the area's compact built-up nature. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 152 residents, illustrating a manageable level of exposure compared to larger urban centres. The population context is critical: with 9,128 residents, the 60 total crimes represent a relatively small proportion of the community, though the rise from June suggests seasonal or situational factors are at play. Daily crime statistics, while not directly comparable to national averages, provide a local lens on activity patterns — for instance, the 2 crimes per day align with the peak of summer, when festivals and outdoor events may influence behaviour. The contrast between Meltham's figures and the UK average underscores the area's unique characteristics, such as its proximity to Kirklees' rural expanses and the presence of local amenities that may temper crime rates.