Hemsworth Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

November 2023 presented an unexpected shift in Hemsworth's crime profile, with public order offences surging by 133.3% to become the most rapidly rising category. This anomaly, though unexplained by the data, contrasts with a 17.2% overall decline in the area's crime rate compared to October. The built-up area's crime rate of 13.6 per 1,000 residents—81.3% above the UK average—reflects a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety. Violence and sexual offences dominated with 35.4% of all reported crimes, a figure 85% above the UK average. Shoplifting, at 2.3 per 1,000, remained 318% above national levels, underscoring Hemsworth's unique vulnerabilities. Seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and the transition to darker evenings likely contributed to the spikes in public order and anti-social behaviour, which were 183% and 62% above UK averages respectively. The area's high rate of violent crime, coupled with its relatively low burglary figures (41% below the UK average), suggests a complex relationship between local demographics and crime patterns. Hemsworth's position within the Wakefield district, a region with historically higher crime rates, may further explain its divergence from national trends. The interplay of urban characteristics, seasonal events, and local socioeconomic factors appears to shape this built-up area's crime profile in ways distinct from broader UK patterns.

November 2023 saw a sharp 133.3% increase in public order offences, rising from 6 to 14 incidents. This spike, though not explained by the data, aligns with November's seasonal factors such as dark evenings and Bonfire Night events. Meanwhile, burglary rates fell by 75%, dropping from 8 to 2 cases—a shift that may reflect seasonal patterns or changes in local activity. Shoplifting, a persistent issue in Hemsworth, decreased by 29% compared to October, though the category remains 318% above the UK average at 2.3 per 1,000. Violent crimes, which account for 35.4% of all incidents, are 85% above the UK average at 4.8 per 1,000. This stark divergence highlights Hemsworth's unique crime profile compared to national trends. Residents may find the 1-in-73 monthly exposure statistic particularly relevant, illustrating the frequency of crime within the community.

Hemsworth's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 13.6 per 1,000 residents, a 17.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 16.5 per 1,000. This marks a notable downward trend, though the area remains significantly above the UK average. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 73 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents within this built-up area. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of four crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents in Hemsworth. When compared to the UK population-scaled perspective, Hemsworth's crime profile remains starkly different, with several categories far exceeding national averages. The monthly exposure metric underscores the real-world impact for residents, with every 73 individuals experiencing at least one crime during the month. This statistic, while localised, offers a tangible measure of the area's crime burden relative to its population size.