Upton (Wakefield) Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 6,244, Upton (Wakefield) recorded 73 crimes in April 2024, equating to 1.17 crimes per resident—a striking figure that reflects the area’s relatively high crime rate. At 11.7 per 1,000 residents, this rate is 51.9% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, placing Upton in a stark contrast to national trends. The breakdown reveals that violence and sexual offences, along with anti-social behaviour, accounted for 54.8% of all crimes, with the latter alone being 162% above the UK average. These figures may be influenced by the area’s built-up nature within Wakefield, where high-density living and proximity to urban amenities could contribute to higher social interactions and associated tensions. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter celebrations, spring weather, and increased outdoor activity—may also play a role in the rise of certain offences. For example, the surge in public order offences could be tied to the influx of visitors during Easter, while the increase in shoplifting might reflect heightened retail activity. However, these connections remain speculative, as direct causal links. The area’s crime profile, dominated by property-related and public order incidents, suggests a need for targeted interventions that address both local demographics and seasonal fluctuations.

April 2024 saw a dramatic 400% increase in public order offences, rising from one to five incidents—a shift that may reflect heightened tensions during the Easter period or increased foot traffic in local areas. Simultaneously, shoplifting and burglary each doubled compared to March, with shoplifting rising from one to two incidents and burglary from one to two. These increases could be linked to seasonal factors, such as Easter-related shopping or the timing of school holidays. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 33.3%, from nine to six incidents, due to reduced outdoor activity as weather improved. The crime mix also shows stark disparities compared to UK averages: anti-social behaviour is 162% above the UK rate, and vehicle crime is 177% above. These figures suggest that local challenges—such as the presence of high-traffic areas or transient populations—may be amplifying specific types of crime. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 27.4% of all crimes, a share that highlights its disproportionate impact on the area’s safety profile.

In April 2024, Upton (Wakefield) recorded a crime rate of 11.7 per 1,000 residents, a 19.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 9.8 per 1,000. This rise places the area significantly above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, with the gap widening to 51.9% above. Daily crime data shows approximately 2 crimes reported each day in the area, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of 6,244. On a monthly scale, the 73 crimes recorded mean that one in every 86 residents experienced a reported crime during April. This ratio is particularly striking when considering the area’s built-up nature within Wakefield, where higher population density typically correlates with increased crime exposure. While the UK average provides a broad benchmark, local factors such as the proximity to Wakefield’s urban core and seasonal fluctuations in activity may contribute to the disparity. The 19.7% month-on-month increase also highlights a recent trend, suggesting that underlying pressures—such as economic or social factors—could be intensifying in the area.