Crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton: statistics, rates and trends
3,549 crimes were recorded in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton in the 12 months to July 2026, 198.3 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 8% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton at a glance
- Crime trends in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
- Types of crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
- Castleford Central and Glasshoughton compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
- What happened after crimes were reported in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
- Population and deprivation in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
- Questions about crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
- About this data
3,549 crimes were recorded in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton in the 12 months to July 2026, 198.3 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 8% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 1,096 reports (31% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Castleford Central and Glasshoughton has the 199th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Castleford Central and Glasshoughton | Wakefield | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 3,549 | 43,130 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 198.3 | 117.3 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -8% | -7% | -1% |
| Population | 17,900 | 367,666 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton was highest in the year to July 2022 (4,747 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2021 (3,324). Over the whole period it fell 12%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 3,549 | 198.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 3,878 | 216.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 3,894 | 217.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 4,509 | 251.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 4,747 | 265.2 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 3,324 | 185.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 3,380 | 188.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 3,981 | 222.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 4,024 | 224.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 305 |
| June 2026 | 304 |
| May 2026 | 289 |
| April 2026 | 291 |
| March 2026 | 317 |
| February 2026 | 279 |
| January 2026 | 298 |
| December 2025 | 235 |
| November 2025 | 279 |
| October 2025 | 346 |
| September 2025 | 311 |
| August 2025 | 295 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for violence and sexual offences, shoplifting, anti-social behaviour.
The largest increases were in other crime (+64%) and robbery (+38%). The largest falls were in burglary (-42%) and theft from the person (-31%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 1,096 | 61.2 | 1.79 | -13% |
| Shoplifting | 455 | 25.4 | 3.07 | -16% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 431 | 24.1 | 1.57 | +33% |
| Other theft | 392 | 21.9 | 3.42 | -5% |
| Public order | 243 | 13.6 | 2.04 | -23% |
| Vehicle crime | 241 | 13.5 | 2.73 | -13% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 223 | 12.5 | 1.84 | -8% |
| Other crime | 144 | 8.0 | 3.81 | +64% |
| Burglary | 118 | 6.6 | 1.86 | -42% |
| Drugs | 104 | 5.8 | 1.78 | +5% |
| Robbery | 40 | 2.2 | 1.65 | +38% |
| Possession of weapons | 26 | 1.5 | 1.50 | -16% |
| Bicycle theft | 18 | 1.0 | 1.22 | -18% |
| Theft from the person | 18 | 1.0 | 0.60 | -31% |
Violence and sexual offences in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 1,096 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (61.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 30.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 455 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (25.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 12.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 431 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (24.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 12.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 392 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 11.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 243 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 241 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 223 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 6.3% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 144 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 64% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 118 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 42% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 104 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Castleford Central and Glasshoughton, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Castleford Central and Glasshoughton.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Castleford Central and Glasshoughton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airedale and Ferry Fryston | 2,222 | 127.8 | -36% |
| Altofts and Whitwood | 1,450 | 78.1 | -61% |
| Pontefract North | 2,887 | 142.7 | -28% |
| Normanton | 1,880 | 102.0 | -49% |
| Featherstone | 2,288 | 123.6 | -38% |
| Pontefract South | 1,354 | 87.1 | -56% |
| Knottingley | 2,175 | 145.2 | -27% |
| Stanley and Outwood East | 1,581 | 76.9 | -61% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Colorado Way | 200 |
| On or near A639 | 193 |
| On or near Parking Area | 138 |
| On or near Bus/Coach Station | 101 |
| On or near Ashton Street | 92 |
| On or near Stainburn Avenue | 92 |
| On or near Aspen Way | 86 |
| On or near Toll Hill Drive | 69 |
| On or near Leeds Road | 63 |
| On or near Crowther Place | 62 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 1,318 | 37.1% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 948 | 26.7% |
| Not recorded | 431 | 12.1% |
| Under investigation | 284 | 8.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 211 | 5.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 122 | 3.4% |
| Local resolution | 70 | 2.0% |
| Court result unavailable | 67 | 1.9% |
| Offender given a caution | 31 | 0.9% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 28 | 0.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 22 | 0.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 10 | 0.3% |
Castleford Central and Glasshoughton has an estimated population of 17,900. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton sits in decile 3.9, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Castleford Central and Glasshoughton |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.4% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 66.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 65.1% |
| Social rented homes | 12.4% |
| Private rented homes | 22.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.9 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 7.6% |
Is Castleford Central and Glasshoughton a safe place to live?
Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 198.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 1,096 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by shoplifting (455).
Is crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton going up or down?
Recorded crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton was down 8% on the year before: 3,549 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 3,878 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Castleford Central and Glasshoughton?
Castleford Central and Glasshoughton is policed by West Yorkshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Castleford Central and Glasshoughton. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.