Ossett Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Ossett's crime profile in May 2024 reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal influences, with 140 reported crimes across a population of 21,019 residents. At a rate of 6.7 per 1,000, the area's crime rate is 20.2% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, a position that aligns with Ossett's character as a built-up area within Wakefield, where urban density and community engagement may contribute to lower rates of certain crimes. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 44.3% of all recorded crimes, followed by public order offences (9.3%) and vehicle crime (8.6%). This distribution contrasts with the UK average, where public order offences are slightly lower but violence rates are broadly comparable. Seasonal factors likely influenced these patterns, as May's extended evenings and bank holidays may have increased opportunities for public order incidents and violence. However, the area's violent crime rate (3.0 per 1,000) is 6% above the UK average, a discrepancy that could be attributed to local characteristics such as community events or demographic trends. Meanwhile, vehicle crime, which fell to 0.6 per 1,000, is 28% above the UK average, reflecting the presence of commuter routes or parking infrastructure. These figures highlight the importance of contextualising Ossett's crime data within its specific geographic and social environment, where factors such as population density, local amenities, and policing strategies may shape trends differently than in other areas.

May 2024 saw a 200% surge in drug-related offences, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This sharp increase, though still relatively low in absolute terms, may reflect heightened activity during May's extended evenings and bank holidays, when outdoor socialising increases. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 59.3%, from 27 to 11 incidents, a shift that could indicate the effectiveness of local policing efforts or changes in community behaviour during the month. Vehicle crime also fell by 47.8%, declining from 23 to 12 incidents, linked to reduced traffic or increased vehicle security measures. Ossett's rate for violence and sexual offences (3.0 per 1,000) is 6% above the UK average, suggesting local factors such as community events or demographic patterns may contribute to this trend. Meanwhile, theft from the person rose by 100%, from 1 to 2 incidents, a figure that, while small, highlights the need for continued vigilance in public spaces.

Ossett's crime rate in May 2024 stood at 6.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 20.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.4 per 1,000. This decline suggests a notable shift in local crime dynamics, potentially influenced by seasonal factors or community initiatives. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 5 crimes per day, a figure that, while specific to Ossett, provides a tangible sense of the pace at which incidents occur. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 150 residents over the course of May, highlighting the relative frequency of incidents in a community of 21,019 people. This monthly aggregate offers a broader perspective on how crime is distributed across the population, though it does not account for daily fluctuations or localized hotspots. The comparison to the UK average further contextualizes Ossett's performance, as the area's rate remains 20.2% below the national benchmark. This disparity underscores the importance of localized factors in shaping crime trends, whether through community engagement, policing strategies, or demographic characteristics unique to Ossett.