Crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton: statistics, rates and trends
3,524 crimes were recorded in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton in the 12 months to August 2026, 196.9 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and down 7% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- 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
- Demographics of Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
- Questions about crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (1,082), shoplifting (464) and anti-social behaviour (438) made up 56% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 204th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the highest tenth.
| Measure | Castleford Central and Glasshoughton | Wakefield | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 3,524 | 42,896 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 196.9 | 116.7 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -7% | -7% | -1% |
| Population | 17,900 | 367,666 | 58,127,638 |
Recorded crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton peaked in the year to August 2022 (4,820 crimes) and was lowest in the year to August 2020 (3,338). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it fell 14%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 3,524 | 196.9 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 3,783 | 211.3 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 3,971 | 221.8 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 4,409 | 246.3 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 4,820 | 269.3 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 3,361 | 187.8 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 3,338 | 186.5 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 3,908 | 218.3 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 4,117 | 230.0 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 270 |
| 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 |
Compared with England and Wales, Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded notably more other crime (3.8 times the national rate), other theft (3.2 times the national rate) and shoplifting (3.1 times the national rate). On the year before, other crime rose from 89 to 142 and robbery rose from 29 to 42, while burglary fell from 193 to 119 and possession of weapons fell from 31 to 24.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 1,082 | 60.4 | 34.2 | -14% |
| Shoplifting | 464 | 25.9 | 8.5 | -11% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 438 | 24.5 | 15.4 | +39% |
| Other theft | 372 | 20.8 | 6.4 | -8% |
| Public order | 247 | 13.8 | 6.7 | -15% |
| Vehicle crime | 236 | 13.2 | 5.0 | -13% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 214 | 12.0 | 6.7 | -12% |
| Other crime | 142 | 7.9 | 2.1 | +60% |
| Burglary | 119 | 6.6 | 3.6 | -38% |
| Drugs | 106 | 5.9 | 3.3 | +10% |
| Robbery | 42 | 2.3 | 1.4 | +45% |
| Possession of weapons | 24 | 1.3 | 1.0 | -23% |
| Bicycle theft | 20 | 1.1 | 0.8 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 18 | 1.0 | 1.7 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
Castleford Central and Glasshoughton has a higher crime rate than all 8 of its nearest neighbourhoods.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Castleford Central and Glasshoughton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airedale and Ferry Fryston | 2,250 | 129.4 | -34% |
| Altofts and Whitwood | 1,483 | 79.9 | -59% |
| Pontefract North | 2,894 | 143.1 | -27% |
| Normanton | 1,864 | 101.1 | -49% |
| Featherstone | 2,228 | 120.4 | -39% |
| Pontefract South | 1,344 | 86.5 | -56% |
| Knottingley | 2,126 | 141.9 | -28% |
| Stanley and Outwood East | 1,580 | 76.8 | -61% |
The 10 locations below account for 32% of the crime recorded in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Colorado Way” (220).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Colorado Way | 220 |
| On or near A639 | 171 |
| On or near Parking Area | 136 |
| On or near Bus/Coach Station | 111 |
| On or near Ashton Street | 97 |
| On or near Stainburn Avenue | 94 |
| On or near Aspen Way | 86 |
| On or near Toll Hill Drive | 74 |
| On or near Crowther Place | 64 |
| On or near Leeds Road | 60 |
Of the 3,086 crimes in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton with a recorded outcome, 42% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 7.3% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 438 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 1,289 | 41.8% | 35.3% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 920 | 29.8% | 34.5% |
| Under investigation | 294 | 9.5% | 11.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 224 | 7.3% | 5.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 127 | 4.1% | 4.7% |
| Local resolution | 72 | 2.3% | 3.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 67 | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 29 | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 26 | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 22 | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 10 | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.1% | 0.3% |
Castleford Central and Glasshoughton has an estimated population of 17,900 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has fewer students (4.1%, against 7.9%), more residents with no qualifications (26%, against 18%) and fewer residents with Level 4 qualifications or above (20%, against 34%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Castleford Central and Glasshoughton average decile 3.9 (1 = most deprived), more deprived than average.
| Measure | Castleford Central and Glasshoughton | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.4% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.6% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 60.3% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 3.0% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 21.2% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 4.1% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 19.9% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 25.9% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 26.6% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 65.1% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 12.4% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 22.4% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.9 | 5.5 (England) |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 7.6% | 10.1% (England) |
Is Castleford Central and Glasshoughton a safe place to live?
Castleford Central and Glasshoughton recorded 196.9 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 204th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest). The categories most above the national rate were other crime and other theft.
What is the most common crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 1,082 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by shoplifting (464).
Is crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton going up or down?
Recorded crime in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton was down 7% on the year before: 3,524 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 3,783 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Castleford Central and Glasshoughton?
About 17,900 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 18% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Castleford Central and Glasshoughton?
Castleford Central and Glasshoughton is policed by West Yorkshire.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.