Normanton (Wakefield) Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Normanton’s crime profile in August 2024, accounting for 46.7% of all reported crimes—nearly half of the total. At 100 incidents, this category alone pushed the area’s overall crime rate to 9.7 per 1,000 residents, 18.3% above the UK average of 8.2. The prominence of violent crime in this built-up area of Wakefield reflects patterns often seen in medium-sized towns with mixed residential and commercial zones, where social interactions and potential conflicts may contribute to higher rates of assault and sexual offences. Shoplifting and anti-social behaviour followed as the next most common categories, with 20 and 17 incidents respectively. These figures align with the seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month when empty homes and increased foot traffic in retail areas may create conditions conducive to theft and disruptive behaviour. The area’s crime profile also shows marked differences from national trends: while UK averages for shoplifting and public order offences are lower than in Normanton, the UK’s anti-social behaviour rate is 44% higher than in this area. This contrast suggests localised factors—such as community cohesion or policing priorities—that may temper certain types of crime. The 18.3% gap between Normanton’s rate and the UK average underscores the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing the overrepresentation of violent crime, which remains a critical concern for residents and local authorities.

August 2024 marked a 133.3% increase in 'other crime' reports, with incidents rising from three to seven. This category, which includes a range of non-specific offences, now accounts for 3.3% of total crimes—87% above the UK average. Concurrently, vehicle crime surged by 40.0%, with 14 incidents recorded compared to 10 in July. This rise aligns with the summer period, when increased car usage and warmer weather may contribute to higher rates of vehicle-related offences. Meanwhile, possession of weapons fell sharply by 80.0%, from five to one incident, a trend that contrasts with the UK average where the category remains stable. The most significant disparity from national data lies in violence and sexual offences, which at 4.5 per 1,000 residents are 67% above the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This suggests a localised challenge that may be influenced by factors such as community dynamics or policing strategies in the area.

Normanton's crime rate in August 2024 rose 5.0% from 9.2 to 9.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a modest but notable uptick compared to the previous month. This increase, though small, places the area 18.3% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately seven crimes reported each day in August, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 103 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the cumulative impact of crime on the population. While this rate is consistent with other built-up areas in West Yorkshire, the localised nature of Normanton’s crime picture—driven largely by violent offences—sets it apart from broader regional trends. The 5.0% increase, though not dramatic, suggests a need for continued monitoring, particularly given the seasonal factors that may influence crime patterns during peak holiday periods.