Ackworth Moor Top Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Ackworth Moor Top's crime rate in September 2023 stood at 2.5 per 1,000, placing it 68.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area's relatively low exposure to criminal activity, a trend consistent with its status as a built-up area within Wakefield. The most prevalent crimes were shoplifting and violence and sexual offences, each accounting for 25% of the total 20 reported incidents. This balance between property and violent crime suggests a dynamic that may reflect the area's mix of retail activity and community characteristics. Seasonal factors, such as the transition into autumn and the start of the academic year, likely influenced the crime profile. The lower-than-UK-average rates for violent crimes, including a 78% reduction in violence and sexual offences compared to the national figure, may be attributed to the area's smaller population and lower density of nightlife or high-traffic zones. While shoplifting remained slightly above the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), the overall pattern indicates a community that, despite its proximity to urban centres, maintains a distinct safety profile. The data also highlights the importance of contextual factors, such as the presence of local amenities or policing strategies, in shaping crime trends. As September marks the end of the summer season and the beginning of school terms, the interplay between these temporal shifts and crime rates remains a critical area for further observation.

September 2023 saw a 200% increase in public order offences, rising from one to three incidents, a shift that may reflect seasonal transitions as nights draw in. Conversely, other theft, vehicle crime, and burglary each declined significantly, with other theft dropping by 77.8% (from nine to two incidents) and vehicle crime falling by 75% (from four to one). These reductions align with the broader trend of a 55.6% decrease in the overall crime rate compared to August, suggesting effective local interventions or natural seasonal patterns. Shoplifting remained at 0.6 per 1,000, 7% above the UK average, while violence and sexual offences stood at 0.6 per 1,000, 78% below the national rate, illustrating a combination of local factors and broader trends. For residents, the sharp decline in vehicle crime—now at 0.1 per 1,000—may offer reassurance regarding the safety of parked vehicles in the area.

Ackworth Moor Top's crime rate in September 2023 (2.5 per 1,000) represents a 55.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.6 per 1,000, highlighting a marked reduction in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When considering the population of 8,088 residents, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 404 residents, a statistic that places the area well below the UK average in terms of resident risk. This monthly exposure figure, while specific to Ackworth Moor Top, provides a tangible sense of the area's safety profile, particularly when compared to broader national trends. The sustained decline from the previous month suggests a potential stabilization in local policing efforts or community initiatives, though further analysis would be required to confirm such links.