Knottingley Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,484, Knottingley recorded 79 crimes in November 2023, translating to a crime rate of 9.3 per 1,000 residents—24% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure places the area in a higher risk bracket compared to the national standard, though local conditions may shape such disparities. The breakdown reveals a stark imbalance in crime types, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 43% of all incidents, followed by shoplifting (11.4%) and criminal damage and arson (8.9%). These patterns align with November’s seasonal dynamics: extended evenings, associated with Bonfire Night, may heighten opportunities for anti-social behaviour and property crimes, while Black Friday shopping could contribute to shoplifting spikes. However, direct causality, and broader socio-economic factors may also play a role. Violent crime in Knottingley (4.0 per 1,000) is 54% above the UK average for this category, suggesting a localised challenge that warrants focused analysis. Conversely, anti-social behaviour rates are 33% below the UK average, reflecting community initiatives or effective policing in this area. The interplay between seasonal events, population density, and local infrastructure likely influences these trends, though further investigation would be needed to isolate specific drivers.

November 2023 saw marked fluctuations in specific crime categories. Criminal damage and arson surged by 133.3% compared to October, rising from 3 to 7 incidents—a sharp increase that may be linked to Bonfire Night activities. This contrasts with a 77.8% drop in burglary, which fell from 9 to 2 cases, potentially reflecting heightened security measures during the holiday season. Vehicle crime also declined by 69.2% (13 to 4), due to reduced traffic or more cautious parking practices. Conversely, shoplifting remained high, with a rate of 1.1 per 1,000—100% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be tied to retail activity during Black Friday. The crime mix also shifted significantly: violent crimes accounted for 43% of all incidents, compared to 27% in October, indicating a growing emphasis on interpersonal offences. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell 60% (from 10 to 4 cases), though this category’s UK average (1.1 per 1,000) is already higher than Knottingley’s rate. Residents may find the 100% above-average shoplifting rate particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a need for targeted retail security strategies in the area.

Knottingley’s crime rate in November 2023 (9.3 per 1,000) represents a 34.7% decline from October’s 14.3 per 1,000, indicating a significant downward trend over the past month. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly 3 crimes reported per day in the area—a figure that, while localised, provides context for residents assessing their immediate risk. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate means that one crime occurred for roughly every 107 residents over the course of November. This monthly aggregate highlights the importance of considering both short-term fluctuations and long-term averages when evaluating safety. For comparison, the UK average for violent crime (2.6 per 1,000) is lower than Knottingley’s 4.0 per 1,000, underscoring the area’s elevated risk in this category. However, anti-social behaviour rates in Knottingley (0.7 per 1,000) are 33% below the UK average (1.1 per 1,000), suggesting that community-focused interventions may be effective in mitigating certain types of disorder. The contrast between these figures illustrates the complexity of crime patterns, where some categories are well above national benchmarks while others remain below. This divergence could reflect local characteristics such as demographics, policing strategies, or economic conditions that shape the area’s unique crime profile.