Ackworth Moor Top Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Ackworth Moor Top in April 2023 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences comprising nearly half of all reported incidents. At 3.1 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area's overall crime rate is 58.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, a disparity that reflects both local characteristics and broader trends. Violence and sexual offences (11 cases) accounted for 44% of total crimes, a share significantly higher than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (46% below the national figure). This concentration of violent crime contrasts with the lower prevalence of property crimes, which make up 40% of the total (10 cases). The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and spring weather—may partly explain the mix, as increased outdoor activity could influence patterns of interpersonal conflict. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson (4 cases) and vehicle crime (3 cases) represent smaller but notable components of the crime mix, each below UK averages by 18% and 11% respectively. These figures suggest a community where social tensions may occasionally escalate, though the absence of major property crime suggests a lower incidence of opportunistic theft compared to other areas. The data also highlights the relatively low prevalence of anti-social behaviour (2 cases, 75% below UK average) and shoplifting (2 cases, 38% below UK average), indicating that the built-up area may have a more tightly knit community structure that deters certain types of crime. However, the presence of violence-related offences at a rate 46% below the UK average suggests that while overall crime is low, targeted incidents remain a concern for residents. This balance of crime types offers a snapshot of a place where community dynamics and seasonal rhythms may interact to shape the local crime picture.

April 2023 saw significant shifts in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime increasing by 200% compared to March (from 1 to 3 cases). This jump, alongside a 100% rise in both burglary and 'other crime' (each from 0 to 1 case), points to emerging vulnerabilities in the area's security landscape. Conversely, public order offences fell by 50% (from 2 to 1 case) and shoplifting decreased by 33.3% (from 3 to 2 cases), suggesting some success in addressing low-level disruptions. The crime mix remains heavily skewed toward violent crime, with violence and sexual offences (11 cases) making up 44% of the total—nearly double the UK average share of 46% (2.6 per 1,000). This proportion is particularly striking given the area's overall low crime rate, which is 58.7% below the UK average. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour (2 cases) is 75% below the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000, a figure that may reflect the built-up area's smaller population and potentially more cohesive social networks. For residents, the most immediate concern remains the 11 violent crimes reported, which—while still below the UK average—represent a significant portion of the total. The absence of major property crime trends (only 10 cases across all categories) contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically dominate. These patterns may indicate a community where interpersonal conflicts are more prevalent than theft or vandalism, a dynamic that could be influenced by local demographics or seasonal factors.

The crime rate for April 2023 (3.1 per 1,000 residents) represents a 13.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.6 per 1,000, a decline that aligns with the seasonal transition into spring. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 1 crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that—while low—may feel more pronounced in a community of 8,088 residents. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime occurring for every 324 residents over the course of the month, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to the UK average. The built-up area's population size, while small, likely contributes to this statistic, as smaller communities often have more concentrated social networks that can mitigate certain types of crime. However, the 11 violent crimes reported in April—though still below the UK average—suggest that targeted incidents remain a concern. The daily crime context provides a practical perspective for residents: with 1 crime reported per day, the likelihood of encountering crime in any given day is minimal, though the distribution across violent and property categories indicates that the risk is not entirely eliminated. This comparison underscores the area's relative safety but also highlights the need for continued vigilance in addressing the specific types of crime that do occur, particularly those involving interpersonal conflict.