Featherstone (Wakefield) Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Featherstone (Wakefield) recorded a crime rate of 10.4 per 1,000 residents in April 2025, placing it 35.1% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure, while still elevated nationally, reflects a notable shift in crime patterns compared to the previous month. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 54% of all incidents, with a rate of 5.6 per 1,000—115% above the UK average. This concentration of violent crime may be partly explained by the area's urban character, where higher population density and social interactions can contribute to such trends. Public order offences also rose sharply, at 0.9 per 1,000 (67% above the UK average), potentially linked to the Easter holiday period and increased foot traffic in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour, however, remained 32% below the UK average, suggesting effective local measures in curbing disruptive conduct. Seasonal factors played a role in shaping April's crime profile, with spring weather and Easter-related activity likely influencing patterns of outdoor crime and retail-related offences. The interplay between these factors and the area's built-up environment highlights the need for ongoing vigilance in addressing persistent violent crime trends while capitalizing on successes in managing other categories.

April 2025 saw a dramatic 600% increase in shoplifting, rising from 1 to 7 incidents. This spike may be linked to Easter-related retail activity, as the area's built-up nature and proximity to Wakefield's commercial hubs could drive such offences. Conversely, other crime categories like 'other theft' and 'drugs' fell sharply—by 66.7% and 50% respectively—suggesting a shift in criminal focus. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 54% of all crimes, and were 115% above the UK average. This stark deviation underscores the area's higher-than-average concentration of violent incidents, influenced by its urban character and local demographics. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour was 32% below the UK average, indicating a relative success in managing public order issues compared to national trends.

Featherstone (Wakefield)'s crime rate in April 2025 fell by 10.6% compared to March 2025, dropping from 11.7 to 10.4 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a seasonal shift, as Easter-related activity may have subsided by mid-April. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 4 crimes reported each day in April, consistent with the same figure in previous months. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 96 residents, reflecting the population-scaled impact of crime. While this monthly exposure remains above the UK average (which is not available for this specific metric), the downward trend from March suggests a potential stabilization in local crime patterns. The decrease may also be influenced by the transition from spring break activities to more routine patterns as schools and businesses resume normal operations.