Crigglestone and Durkar Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Crigglestone and Durkar’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 5.5 per 1,000 residents, 32.1% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure marks a consistent trend for the built-up area within Wakefield, where crime rates have historically remained lower than national benchmarks. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 15 incidents (53.6% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (8 incidents, 28.6%) and other theft (3 incidents, 10.7%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a residential and commercial hub, where interpersonal disputes and property-related crimes are more common than in rural settings. The seasonal context of June—the start of summer—may contribute to the prominence of violent offences, as longer evenings and increased social activity could heighten opportunities for such crimes. However, the area’s crime profile also shows notable differences from the UK average: violence and sexual offences are 5% above the national rate, while public order offences are 32% below. This divergence may reflect local policing strategies, demographic factors, or the built-up area’s limited nightlife compared to larger urban centres. The relatively low overall rate suggests that while the area faces challenges in specific categories, it remains a safer environment than many parts of the UK. As the summer progresses, continued monitoring of violent crimes and property theft will be essential to maintain this trend.

June 2025 saw a dramatic 200% increase in other theft, rising from one to three incidents. This surge, though small in absolute terms, represents a stark shift in the crime mix, with property crimes now comprising 10.7% of the total—up from negligible levels in May. Meanwhile, public order offences doubled to two, a 100% increase, while anti-social behaviour fell by 11.1%, dropping from nine to eight. These swings highlight a combination of local dynamics and seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, accounting for 53.6% of all crimes, a rate (3.0 per 1,000) that is 5% above the UK average. This contrast with public order offences, which were 32% below the UK rate, suggests a unique local profile. For residents, the spike in other theft—often linked to unsecured property in residential areas—may partly explain the shift. The decline in anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, could reflect the start of summer, with fewer disputes during longer evenings.

Crigglestone and Durkar’s crime rate in June 2025 dropped 17.6% from 6.7 to 5.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a notable decline. This reduction aligns with the area’s historically lower crime profile compared to the UK average. On a daily basis, one crime was reported per day over the month, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s small population of 5,064. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for every 181 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. This context is critical for residents: the rate is 32.1% below the UK average, yet certain crime types—like violence and anti-social behaviour—remain elevated relative to national benchmarks. The population-scaled perspective highlights that even small increases in specific categories, such as the 200% rise in other theft, are proportionally significant within this tight-knit community. The decline from the previous month suggests potential success in local policing or seasonal factors. For now, the figures illustrate a manageable crime profile with targeted areas for further attention.