Rawdon Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Rawdon's crime profile in November 2024 reveals a striking imbalance between violent and property crimes, with the former dominating the monthly tally. At 3.2 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area's overall rate is 57.9% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000—a gap that reflects both local characteristics and broader contextual factors. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 52.6% of all reported crimes, followed by burglary (15.8%) and anti-social behaviour (10.5%). This violent crime dominance, despite a generally low overall rate, may partly explain the area's unique position within Leeds' broader crime profile. Seasonal dynamics likely played a role: dark evenings and Bonfire Night events could have influenced patterns of alcohol-fuelled violence, while Black Friday shopping may have spurred opportunistic theft. However, the sharp contrast between violent crime rates and property crime rates—where burglary exceeds the UK average by 61%—suggests a combination of local vulnerabilities and broader urban trends. The low property crime rate, despite the burglary spike, indicates that other property-related offences (such as vehicle crime) have declined sharply. This mix of factors illustrates an area where community cohesion and policing efforts appear to mitigate some risks, but targeted vulnerabilities remain. The seasonal context of November, with its combination of festive events and reduced daylight hours, likely amplified certain risks while suppressing others, creating a unique crime profile for the month.

November 2024 saw a stark shift in crime patterns, with violent crimes accounting for 52.6% of all incidents—more than double the share of property crimes. This imbalance, while unusual for a built-up area within Leeds, may reflect seasonal pressures: dark evenings and Bonfire Night events could have contributed to higher levels of alcohol-fuelled violence. Vehicle crime, however, plummeted by 71.4% (from 7 to 2 incidents), a drop that contrasts sharply with the rise in violent crime. This decline may be linked to reduced retail activity during the holiday season or improved vehicle security measures. Burglary rates, at 0.5 per 1,000 residents, exceeded the UK average by 61%—a stark outlier in an otherwise low-crime area. This anomaly could indicate specific vulnerabilities, such as targeted properties or gaps in local security infrastructure. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 60% compared to October, suggesting that community initiatives or increased police presence may have had a measurable impact. For residents, the most immediate insight is the 1-in-314 chance of experiencing a crime in November—a figure that, while low, underscores the importance of vigilance during high-risk periods.

Rawdon's crime rate in November 2024 (3.2 per 1,000) represents a 52.5% decline from the previous month's rate of 6.7 per 1,000—a significant drop that aligns with seasonal patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 314 residents, a figure that, while low, highlights the relatively small population size of 5,961. This translates to an average of 1 crime per day, a manageable frequency for a built-up area within Leeds. Compared to the UK average, Rawdon's rate remains lower, with violent crime rates (1.7 per 1,000) 34% below the national average for this category. However, the 61% increase in burglary rates compared to the UK average (0.5 vs 0.3 per 1,000) suggests localized risks that require targeted attention. The sharp contrast between this burglary spike and the overall low crime rate indicates that while the area benefits from broader safety measures, specific vulnerabilities persist. This comparison underscores the importance of contextual analysis: Rawdon's crime picture is shaped not just by its proximity to Leeds but by its unique internal dynamics, including property distribution and community engagement. The month-on-month decline, coupled with the UK-wide context, suggests that local efforts are having a measurable impact, though challenges remain in addressing specific crime types.