Garforth Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 saw Garforth's crime rate rise to 5.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure that remains 26.3% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. The most striking pattern was the surge in violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 37.5% of all recorded crimes. This category's rate—2.1 per 1,000—was 19% below the UK average, yet the 175% month-on-month increase from 12 to 33 cases defies expectations. The seasonal context of November, with its dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night, likely contributes to this spike. Public order offences, at 13 cases (0.8 per 1,000), exceeded the UK average by 57%, potentially reflecting heightened tensions in the area. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 31.6%, and shoplifting rates remained 28% below the UK average, consistent with Garforth's broader trend of lower property crime. The area's relatively low burglary rate—4 cases (0.3 per 1,000), 3% below the UK average—suggests that its built-up nature within Leeds may deter certain types of crime. However, the sharp rise in violent crime raises questions about local factors, such as increased social interactions during the holiday season or shifts in policing priorities. This data underscores the need for targeted measures to address the unexpected uptick in violence while maintaining the area's overall safety profile.

Violence and sexual offences saw a 175% increase in November, rising from 12 to 33 cases. This jump, which accounts for 37.5% of all recorded crimes, marks the most significant shift in the month's data. Meanwhile, vehicle crime surged by 300%, climbing from one to four incidents—a stark outlier given the category's usual low frequency. Public order offences, at 13 cases, exceeded the UK average by 57%, a disparity that may reflect heightened community tensions or specific local events. Anti-social behaviour dropped by 31.6%, a decline from 19 to 13 cases, possibly linked to targeted policing efforts or seasonal changes in social activity. Residents may find the 175% increase in violent crime particularly concerning, as it suggests a rapid and unexplained shift in local safety patterns.

Garforth's crime rate in November 2024 rose to 5.6 per 1,000 residents, a 51.9% increase from the previous month's 3.7 per 1,000. This places the area 26.3% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, though the upward trend suggests a shift in local dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly three crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. When scaled to the population of 15,667, this translates to one reported crime for every 178 residents over the month. The jump in violent crime, which surged from 12 to 33 cases, may reflect seasonal pressures such as shorter evenings and heightened social activity around Bonfire Night. This contrast with the UK average for violence and sexual offences—where Garforth's rate is 19% below—highlights a combination of local conditions and national trends.