Knottingley Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Knottingley’s crime rate in January 2025 rose sharply to 18.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 166.2% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This marked increase follows a post-holiday period characterised by shorter daylight hours and reduced retail activity, which may have contributed to a shift in criminal patterns. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (35% of total), anti-social behaviour (16.9%), and shoplifting (11.9%), all of which significantly exceed national averages. The dominance of violent crime in the area’s profile suggests a combination of local demographics and environmental factors. Knottingley, as a built-up area within Wakefield, likely experiences higher concentrations of crime compared to more rural or suburban regions, though its urban character alone does not fully explain the stark deviation from UK norms. Seasonal factors, such as the end of the festive period and the transition into winter, may have influenced crime trends, with reduced footfall in retail areas contributing to the 17.4% drop in shoplifting. However, the simultaneous rise in theft from the person and robbery—both doubling in January—indicates a different dynamic at play. These increases may reflect opportunistic behaviour in quieter public spaces or a shift in criminal focus during colder months. The area’s crime profile, therefore, appears to be shaped by a combination of localised factors, including the density of its population and the nature of its built environment, which may create conditions conducive to certain types of crime.

January 2025 saw a 100% increase in theft from the person and robbery, with these crimes rising from zero to two and three incidents respectively. This spike, while small in absolute terms, signals a concerning shift in criminal activity patterns. Meanwhile, shoplifting decreased by 17.4% from 23 to 19 incidents, possibly reflecting post-holiday retail footfall reductions. The dominance of violent crimes—accounting for 35% of all reported incidents—places Knottingley 163% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour, at 227% above the UK average, and vehicle crime, 217% above the UK average, further illustrate a localised concentration of property-related and disorderly incidents. These figures may be influenced by the area’s urban character, where public spaces and transport hubs could contribute to higher rates of such crimes. The absence of significant decreases in other categories suggests that the overall upward trend in crime remains a pressing concern for residents.

Knottingley's crime rate in January 2025 rose to 18.9 per 1,000 residents, a 17.7% increase from the previous month’s 16.0 per 1,000. This upward trend contrasts with the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, highlighting a stark local disparity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in a relatively small population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 53 residents, a monthly exposure rate that may feel more pronounced in a close-knit community. While this statistic does not account for unreported incidents, it offers a tangible sense of the scale of crime relative to the population. The increase in violent crimes, particularly violence and sexual offences, which are 163% above the UK average, further complicates the local picture. These figures suggest that the area’s crime profile remains significantly distinct from national trends, requiring targeted attention from local authorities.