Normanton Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2024, Normanton (Wakefield) recorded a crime rate of 8.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 15.6% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure underscores a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety in the built-up area, though it remains a relatively low-crime environment compared to major urban centres. The crime profile reveals a clear dominance of violent crimes, which accounted for 51.3% of all incidents, with 101 cases of violence and sexual offences alone. This stark contrast to property crimes (48 incidents) highlights a shift in criminal activity that may be influenced by seasonal factors. September, as a transitional month between summer and autumn, coincides with back-to-school activities and university freshers' week, which could contribute to increased social interactions and associated conflicts. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, with a rate of 4.6 per 1,000—76% above the UK average. This anomaly suggests local dynamics, such as the area's proximity to educational institutions or socio-economic factors, may be driving this trend. Anti-social behaviour also featured prominently, with 26 incidents (13.2% of total crimes), a 3% increase above the UK average. These figures, while concerning, are tempered by the fact that other categories like shoplifting (41% below the UK average) and burglary (68% below) indicate pockets of relative safety. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students and the gradual reduction in daylight—may partly explain the rise in violent incidents, though further analysis would be needed to establish direct correlations. Overall, the data illustrates an area grappling with specific challenges in violent crime while maintaining lower rates in property-related offences.

September 2024 saw a marked shift in crime patterns, with violent crimes accounting for 51.3% of total incidents, significantly outpacing property crimes (48 incidents). This imbalance, with 101 violent crimes reported compared to 48 property crimes, suggests a heightened focus on personal safety in the area. The most striking month-on-month change was a 100% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 0 to 2 incidents. Concurrently, anti-social behaviour surged by 52.9%, jumping from 17 to 26 cases. These increases contrast with declines in burglary (-77.8%) and drugs-related crimes (-75%), which fell to 2 and 1 cases respectively. Violent crimes in Normanton were 76% above the UK average for this category, highlighting a stark divergence from national trends. This data point could inform targeted policing strategies, though local factors such as seasonal transitions and community dynamics likely play a role in shaping these patterns.

Normanton's crime rate in September 2024 stood at 8.9 per 1,000 residents, a 7.9% decrease from the previous month's 9.7 rate. This decline, though modest, suggests a stabilisation after a period of elevated activity. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 7 crimes reported each day, reflecting a consistent local rhythm of incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 112 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in relation to the population of 22,095. When compared to the UK average, Normanton's rate remains 15.6% higher, though this gap has narrowed slightly from the previous month. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the rate is above the national average, the absolute number of crimes per resident remains manageable for a built-up area within Wakefield. This comparison underscores the need to consider both local and national benchmarks when assessing public safety trends.