Hemsworth Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hemsworth’s January 2025 crime rate of 11.6 per 1,000 residents places the area 63.4% above the UK average of 7.1, a stark contrast that raises questions about local factors driving this disparity. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.9% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.1%) and public order offences (10.8%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal conflicts and community disturbances, which may be influenced by Hemsworth’s status as a built-up area within Wakefield, where dense populations and shared spaces could amplify such issues. Seasonal context further complicates the picture: January’s shorter days and post-holiday lull in retail activity may contribute to a shift in crime patterns, with fewer outdoor crimes but increased indoor disputes. Violent crimes remain 71% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 104% above, indicating systemic challenges that may require targeted interventions. The area’s crime profile appears to reflect a combination of socioeconomic dynamics, local infrastructure, and the seasonal rhythm of the post-holiday period, all of which could shape future trends.

January 2025 saw stark shifts in Hemsworth’s crime profile, with anti-social behaviour leaping by 171.4%—from seven to 19 incidents—marking the most significant increase. Public order offences also doubled, rising from six to 12, a trend that may reflect heightened tensions during the post-holiday period. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 54.5%, dropping from 11 to five, possibly linked to reduced outdoor activity during shorter winter days. Violence and sexual offences. compared to the previous month, remain 71% above the UK average at 4.3 per 1,000, highlighting persistent challenges in this category. Drugs-related crimes in Hemsworth were 62% below the UK average, a rare positive deviation that could indicate effective local interventions or lower prevalence in this specific category.

Hemsworth's crime rate in January 2025 rose by 7.8% compared to the previous month, climbing from 10.8 to 11.6 per 1,000 residents. This places the area 63.4% above the UK average of 7.1, a disparity that underscores persistent local challenges. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately four reported crimes per day, reflecting a consistent presence of criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 86 residents, a figure that, when contextualised against Hemsworth’s population of 9,535, illustrates the scale of exposure for individuals living or working in the area. While the UK-wide average provides a benchmark, Hemsworth’s specific profile—characterised by a built-up area within Wakefield—suggests that local factors, such as community dynamics or infrastructure, may play a role in this divergence. The monthly exposure figure, though not directly comparable to national data, offers residents a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime within their own neighbourhoods.