Ackworth Moor Top Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Ackworth Moor Top in April 2024 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property-related offences, shaped by seasonal dynamics and local characteristics. With a crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents—7.8% below the UK average—the area demonstrates a generally lower risk compared to the national benchmark. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime mix, accounting for 31.6% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (21.1%) and anti-social behaviour (10.5%). This distribution suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts and property-related disruptions, possibly influenced by the Easter period and increased outdoor activity typical of spring. Anti-social behaviour rates were 43% below the UK average, a trend that may be linked to the area’s smaller, more closely knit community, where such incidents are less frequent or more swiftly addressed. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson stood out as a significant concern, with rates 154% above the UK average. This anomaly could reflect the presence of vacant or poorly maintained properties, or the impact of seasonal events that draw larger crowds to the area. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime (36% below the UK average) and shoplifting (25% below) suggest that the built-up nature of Ackworth Moor Top, combined with its proximity to Wakefield, may foster a safer environment for daily commutes and retail activity. However, the sharp rise in other theft and bicycle theft during April highlights the need for targeted awareness, particularly as the Easter period brings increased foot traffic and potential opportunities for opportunistic crimes. Overall, the crime mix in April illustrates a combination of local demographics, seasonal patterns, and the built environment, with implications for community safety and policing priorities.

April 2024 saw a dramatic rise in other theft, with incidents increasing by 400% from 1 to 5, a shift that may reflect heightened activity during the Easter period. Similarly, criminal damage and arson surged by 300%, jumping from 3 to 12 cases, a figure that is 154% above the UK average for this category. This spike raises questions about potential local triggers, such as seasonal events or increased outdoor activity. Conversely, public order offences fell by 50%, declining from 8 to 4, indicating a possible reduction in disturbances linked to the Easter holiday. Bicycle theft also saw a notable 100% increase, rising from 0 to 1 incident, though this remains below the UK average. The crime mix reveals a stark contrast between property and violent crime: while property-related offences (29) slightly outnumbered violent crimes (18), the latter category still accounted for a significant share of the total, with violence and sexual offences at 31.6% of all reports. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in the area, influenced by both local and seasonal factors.

The crime rate in April 2024 rose by 58.4% compared to the previous month’s rate of 4.5 per 1,000, reflecting a significant upward shift. Daily crime statistics show that Ackworth Moor Top experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in April, a figure that, while modest, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 142 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when considered alongside the area’s population of 8,088, highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents per individual. This contrasts with the UK average, where the rate in April was 7.7 per 1,000, though Ackworth Moor Top remains below that benchmark. The population-scaled perspective reveals that even with the increase, the area’s crime profile remains manageable, suggesting that local factors—such as seasonal activity or community dynamics—may have influenced the shift. However, the absence of a UK daily crime comparison means the local context must be interpreted independently, focusing on how these figures align with the area’s specific characteristics.