Ackworth Moor Top Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Ackworth Moor Top's crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents in March 2023 places it 52.6% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This built-up area within Wakefield demonstrates a markedly lower crime profile than the national picture, with violent crimes accounting for 48.3% of all incidents. The data reveals a distinct pattern: violence and sexual offences (14 cases) dominate, followed by criminal damage and arson (5 cases), with shoplifting and anti-social behaviour also notable. These figures contrast sharply with the UK averages for these categories, where violent crimes are 38% higher and anti-social behaviour is 62% higher. Seasonal factors may influence these patterns, as March marks the transition to spring with longer evenings and the clocks changing. While the area's low crime rate could reflect its relatively rural character and smaller population, the high proportion of violent crimes suggests local social dynamics warrant further consideration. The absence of significant property crime compared to the UK average may indicate effective community policing or lower economic pressures in this region. This data illustrates a community with generally low crime levels but where interpersonal conflicts remain a persistent concern.

March 2023 data shows violent crimes (14 cases) accounted for nearly half of all reported incidents, a figure 38% below the UK average for this category. The area's rate for anti-social behaviour (0.4 per 1,000) is 62% lower than the UK average, suggesting effective community engagement or lower levels of public disorder. Shoplifting (3 cases) is 18% below the UK average, which may reflect the area's limited retail presence or successful prevention measures. Vehicle crime (1 case) is 79% below the national average, potentially linked to lower car ownership or fewer parking areas. The crime mix shows a clear dominance of violent over property crimes, with the latter comprising just 34% of total incidents. This imbalance contrasts with many UK areas where property crime typically exceeds violence. Residents may find the low rate of vehicle crime particularly reassuring, given the area's likely limited commuter traffic and fewer parking facilities. The data also shows no significant spikes in any category, indicating stable crime patterns during this transition period.

Ackworth Moor Top's crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents in March 2023 translates to one reported crime for every 279 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure is significantly lower than many UK areas, where the average resident faces a crime roughly every 135 residents. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of one crime per 31 days, a rate that would equate to one incident for every 8,088 residents per day. When scaled to the population of 8,088, this suggests a community where most residents experience no crime at all during a typical month. The area's crime profile is particularly distinct in its low levels of property crime, with shoplifting and vehicle crime both well below UK averages. This could reflect a combination of factors including a smaller population, lower economic activity, and fewer commercial spaces compared to more urban centres. The relatively high proportion of violent crimes, while still below the national average, may indicate specific local challenges that differ from the broader UK pattern. These figures provide a clear indication of a community with generally low crime levels but where targeted interventions could further address the persistent issue of interpersonal violence.