Ackworth Moor Top Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

October 2024 marked a notable shift in Ackworth Moor Top's crime profile, with violent crime remaining the dominant category (20 incidents, 43.5% of total crimes) but shoplifting and criminal damage surging to levels significantly above the UK average. The area's overall crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents — 29.6% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000 — underscores its relative safety, though the month's data reveals concerning trends. Shoplifting, now at 1.1 per 1,000 (up from 0.3 per 1,000 in September), has become the second-largest crime type, driven by factors such as the area's retail infrastructure and the seasonal impact of October's darker evenings. Criminal damage and arson also rose sharply, with 7 incidents (0.9 per 1,000), 53% above the UK average. This spike may be linked to increased anti-social behaviour during the month. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and public order offences fell below UK averages by 61% and 11% respectively, suggesting local efforts in community engagement may be having a positive effect. The seasonal context of October — with clocks going back and Halloween approaching — likely contributed to the rise in shoplifting and property crimes, as darker evenings and increased foot traffic in retail areas create opportunities for offenders. These patterns align with broader trends observed in similar built-up areas, where seasonal transitions often correlate with shifts in crime types.

October 2024 saw a 350% increase in shoplifting incidents, rising from 2 to 9 cases — the most significant jump among all crime categories. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in both vehicle crime and burglary, signals a shift in criminal activity patterns. While violent crime (20 incidents) remains the largest category (43.5% of total crimes), it is 6% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000). Conversely, shoplifting and criminal damage each exceeded UK averages by 53%, with shoplifting's rate (1.1 per 1,000) nearly doubling the national figure (0.7 per 1,000). These discrepancies suggest local factors, such as the area's retail presence or seasonal transitions, may be influencing crime trends. Residents should be particularly vigilant in high-traffic areas during October's shorter evenings.

Ackworth Moor Top's crime rate rose 24.5% from 4.6 to 5.7 per 1,000 residents in October 2024, marking the first monthly increase since early 2024. This shift translates to roughly one reported crime per day across the built-up area's 8,088 residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for approximately every 176 residents — a figure that, while low compared to national averages, reflects a noticeable uptick in local activity. The population-scaled perspective shows the rate remains well below the UK average (8.1 per 1,000) despite the rise, but the increase in specific crime types warrants attention. Daily crime counts, though modest, suggest heightened activity during October's darker evenings and Halloween, which may align with seasonal patterns observed in similar urban areas. This context helps residents understand that while the area remains safer than the UK average, targeted vigilance is now advisable.