Rawdon Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Rawdon’s February 2024 crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents places it 43.7% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently safer environment compared to national trends. The most prevalent crime category was vehicle crime, which accounted for 29.2% of all reported incidents — a figure 173% above the UK average. This disparity may be attributed to Rawdon’s built-up nature within Leeds, where road networks and commuter traffic create opportunities for vehicle-related offences. Violence and sexual offences, while lower than the UK average (68% below), still constituted 20.8% of total crimes, highlighting the ongoing need for community vigilance. Seasonal context suggests that February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may have contributed to the overall crime rate’s stability, though the sharp increase in criminal damage and arson (200% month-on-month) indicates localized vulnerabilities. The area’s property crime dominance — 66.7% of all reported incidents — aligns with typical urban patterns, where residential and commercial zones are more susceptible to burglary and vehicle crime. While the UK average for burglary is 0.3 per 1,000, Rawdon’s rate of 0.7 per 1,000 (133% above) underscores the importance of targeted prevention strategies. These figures, when contextualized within Rawdon’s suburban fabric, suggest that infrastructure and population density may play a role in shaping crime dynamics, necessitating a nuanced approach to community safety.

February 2024 witnessed a 200% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from one to three incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in burglary cases (from two to four), signals a concerning shift in crime patterns. Vehicle crime, the most common category at 29.2% of total incidents, remained significantly above the UK average (173% higher), likely driven by the area’s road infrastructure and commuter traffic. Conversely, violence and sexual offences dropped by 50%, with five reported cases — a 68% reduction compared to the UK average. This decline may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced social gatherings during colder months. Residents should be particularly vigilant regarding property crimes, as burglary and vehicle-related incidents now account for 66.7% of all reported crimes. The 100% increase in 'other crime' — a category encompassing unclassified incidents — adds complexity, suggesting the need for more detailed categorization to address emerging trends.

Rawdon's February 2024 crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents marks a 14.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.7 per 1,000. This downward trend contrasts with the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, placing the area 43.7% below the national figure. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported per day in February, a figure that, while low, warrants attention to specific spikes in certain categories. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 248 residents, a ratio that, when considered alongside the population of 5,961, highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in Rawdon. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable given the area’s built-up character within Leeds, where higher population density might typically correlate with higher crime rates. The decrease from the prior month suggests potential seasonal factors, such as the lull in outdoor activity typical of early winter, may have contributed to the overall decline, though localized increases in specific categories require further scrutiny.