Hemsworth Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2025, Hemsworth’s crime rate of 17.9 per 1,000 residents marked a stark divergence from the UK average of 8.1, placing the area 121% above the national benchmark. This disparity highlights a combination of local factors, with violent crimes—62 incidents in total—dominating the crime profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.3% of all recorded crimes, significantly outpacing property crimes (31.6%). The seasonal context of May, with longer evenings and increased socialising, likely contributes to this imbalance, as anti-social behaviour (34 incidents) and public order offences (17 incidents) also surged. Anti-social behaviour, at 3.6 per 1,000, was 154% above the UK average, while criminal damage and arson (2.2 per 1,000) saw a 267% spike compared to national rates. These figures suggest that Hemsworth’s built-up area, within Wakefield, may face particular challenges during periods of heightened social activity. The absence of a significant drop in property crimes, despite a 169% increase in shoplifting, indicates that retail spaces remain vulnerable, though the overall property crime rate (54 incidents) did not surpass the violent crime rate. This contrast between property and violent crime may reflect Hemsworth’s urban character, where social hubs and public spaces drive both anti-social and violent incidents. The UK comparison further illustrates the severity of local patterns, with violent crime rates 130% above the national average and anti-social behaviour 154% above. These statistics demand a focused approach to community policing and social interventions, particularly as May’s extended daylight hours and bank holidays likely amplify outdoor drinking and gatherings.

Violent crime dominated Hemsworth’s May 2025 crime picture, accounting for 36.3% of all incidents, compared to 31.6% for property crimes. This shift, coupled with an 112.5% increase in shoplifting and an 110% rise in criminal damage and arson, signals a worrying trend. The 130% above UK average for violence and sexual offences—6.5 per 1,000—underscores a localised challenge, with anti-social behaviour also 154% above the national rate. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by two-thirds, possibly linked to reduced parking congestion or seasonal changes. Residents may note that shoplifting at local stores surged from eight to 17 incidents, reflecting an 112.5% jump that demands closer scrutiny of retail security measures.

Hemsworth’s crime rate in May 2025 rose sharply to 17.9 per 1,000 residents, a 47.3% increase from the previous month’s 12.2. This places the area significantly above the UK average, with daily crime averaging six incidents across 31 days. For residents, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 56 people over the course of the month—a stark contrast to the previous month’s rate. The population-scaled perspective highlights the urgency of local safety measures, particularly given the 121% gap between Hemsworth’s rate and the national average. While vehicle crime fell by 66.7% (from three to one incident), the overall upward trend suggests persistent challenges in managing public order and violent crime. The daily crime count, though local-specific, underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas during May’s extended evenings and social gatherings.