Normanton (Wakefield) Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Normanton (Wakefield) recorded 201 crimes in February 2024, equating to 9.1 crimes per 1,000 residents—a rate 28.2% above the UK average of 7.1. This figure, when scaled to the area’s population of 22,095, translates to roughly one crime for every 110 residents over the course of the month. The data reveals a stark shift in crime patterns, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 41.3% of all reported incidents (83 cases), far exceeding the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This dominance of violent crime contrasts with the previous month’s trend, which saw property crime prevail. The seasonal context of February—a winter month marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may contribute to this shift, as reduced visibility in public spaces could exacerbate interpersonal conflicts. Burglary, at 1.0 per 1,000, was 233% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect vulnerabilities in residential areas during periods of reduced foot traffic. Vehicle crime (0.8 per 1,000) and criminal damage (0.8 per 1,000) also showed marked increases, though neither category reached the same level of UK divergence as violent crime. The area’s crime profile thus appears to be shaped by a combination of localized factors, including the density of residential properties and potential gaps in community policing resources, which may require targeted interventions to address.

February 2024 saw dramatic spikes in specific crime categories, with shoplifting surging by 500% (from 1 to 6 incidents) and burglary rising 175% (from 8 to 22). These increases suggest targeted vulnerabilities, particularly in retail environments or residential areas with heightened accessibility. Meanwhile, drug-related crimes jumped 166.7%, a stark contrast to the 50% decline in 'other crime' and 33.3% drop in public order offences. The violent crime rate in Normanton—3.8 per 1,000—was 52% above the UK average, a figure that may partly explain the area’s overall elevated position. Residents might find the 41.3% share of violent crimes in the total tally particularly striking, as it outpaces property crime for the first time in recent months. This shift from property to violent crime could reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity driving more indoor confrontations, or localized tensions yet to be fully understood.

Normanton’s crime rate in February 2024 rose sharply to 9.1 per 1,000 residents, up 46.8% from the previous month’s 6.2 per 1,000. This places the area 28.2% above the UK average, a significant divergence that suggests local factors may be amplifying crime trends. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly seven crimes per day in February, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents even within a relatively small population. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 110 residents—a rate that, while not extreme, is higher than the UK average. This monthly exposure ratio provides a tangible sense of how often residents might encounter crime in their daily lives, particularly in areas where property crime and violence dominate the breakdown. The contrast with the previous month highlights a rapid shift, influenced by seasonal lulls or localized pressures that require closer attention from local authorities.