Knottingley Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Knottingley’s crime rate in September 2025 reached 13.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 87.8% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This stark deviation from the national norm underscores a troubling trend, with violent crimes dominating the landscape—accounting for 45.8% of all reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences, at 54 cases, were 148% above the UK average, while criminal damage and arson (14 cases) and vehicle crime (12 cases) also far exceeded national rates. The seasonal context of September, marked by the return to school and university freshers’ week, may have contributed to increased social interactions and, potentially, heightened opportunities for crime. However, a direct link between these events and the rise in violent offences. The breakdown of crimes reveals a shift in focus toward property-related incidents, with shoplifting and other theft also showing marked increases. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences, though lower than in the previous month, still represented notable shares of the total crime count. These patterns may reflect the area’s characteristics as a built-up part of Wakefield, where a mix of residential and commercial spaces could create conditions conducive to certain types of crime. The high rate of violent crime, in particular, raises questions about community safety and the need for targeted interventions. Residents are advised to remain alert, especially in areas with high foot traffic or during evenings when visibility is reduced.

September 2025 saw a sharp rise in violent crimes, with 54 incidents reported—45.8% of the total, and 148% above the UK average. This surge in violence and sexual offences, which includes 54 cases, contrasts with a significant drop in public order offences (down 84.2% to three cases) and anti-social behaviour (down 36.8% to 12 cases). While these decreases may reflect seasonal changes, such as the end of university freshers’ week, the persistent elevation of violent crime remains a concern. Other theft increased by 14.3% (from seven to eight cases), suggesting a shift in criminal focus toward personal property. Vehicle crime and criminal damage also remained far above the UK average, with vehicle crime at 1.4 per 1,000 (250% above) and criminal damage at 1.7 per 1,000 (221% above). Residents should be vigilant, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or where vehicle crime is concentrated.

Knottingley’s crime rate in September 2025 fell by 31.0% compared to the previous month, declining from 20.2 to 13.9 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a downward trend, the rate remains 87.8% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to roughly four crimes reported each day in September, with one crime occurring for every 72 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure highlights the persistent pressure on local residents, even as overall rates decline. The population context—8,484 residents—means that crime is concentrated in specific areas or demographics, though data does not yet confirm where or why. The drop in public order offences (from 19 to 3) and anti-social behaviour (from 19 to 12) suggests a potential shift in criminal activity. Residents should remain cautious, as the overall rate remains significantly higher than the UK average.