Crime in Greenhead: statistics, rates and trends
2,174 crimes were recorded in Greenhead in the 12 months to July 2026, 93.1 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Greenhead at a glance
- Crime trends in Greenhead
- Types of crime in Greenhead
- Greenhead compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Greenhead
- What happened after crimes were reported in Greenhead
- Population and deprivation in Greenhead
- Questions about crime in Greenhead
- About this data
2,174 crimes were recorded in Greenhead in the 12 months to July 2026, 93.1 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 975 reports (45% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Greenhead has the 1,410th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Greenhead | Kirklees | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 2,174 | 44,097 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 93.1 | 98.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +2% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 23,349 | 447,847 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Greenhead was highest in the year to July 2018 (2,589 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (2,107). Over the whole period it fell 16%, 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 | 2,174 | 93.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 2,141 | 91.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 2,107 | 90.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 2,296 | 98.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 2,302 | 98.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,519 | 107.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 2,281 | 97.7 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 2,535 | 108.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 2,589 | 110.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 203 |
| June 2026 | 195 |
| May 2026 | 210 |
| April 2026 | 140 |
| March 2026 | 160 |
| February 2026 | 147 |
| January 2026 | 199 |
| December 2025 | 197 |
| November 2025 | 188 |
| October 2025 | 198 |
| September 2025 | 148 |
| August 2025 | 189 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Greenhead 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 public order, vehicle crime, burglary.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+93%) and vehicle crime (+70%). The largest falls were in possession of weapons (-47%) and drugs (-20%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 975 | 41.8 | 1.22 | -4% |
| Public order | 208 | 8.9 | 1.34 | +12% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 177 | 7.6 | 0.49 | +17% |
| Vehicle crime | 155 | 6.6 | 1.35 | +70% |
| Other theft | 149 | 6.4 | 1.00 | +1% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 125 | 5.4 | 0.79 | -17% |
| Burglary | 115 | 4.9 | 1.39 | +3% |
| Drugs | 80 | 3.4 | 1.05 | -20% |
| Other crime | 80 | 3.4 | 1.62 | -2% |
| Shoplifting | 54 | 2.3 | 0.28 | +93% |
| Robbery | 20 | 0.9 | 0.63 | -17% |
| Possession of weapons | 16 | 0.7 | 0.71 | -47% |
| Theft from the person | 14 | 0.6 | 0.35 | -18% |
| Bicycle theft | 6 | 0.3 | 0.31 | +50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Greenhead
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Greenhead recorded 975 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (41.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 44.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Greenhead
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Greenhead recorded 208 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 9.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Greenhead
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Greenhead recorded 177 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 8.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Greenhead
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Greenhead recorded 155 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 70% on the year before. It made up 7.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Greenhead
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Greenhead recorded 149 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Greenhead
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Greenhead recorded 125 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Greenhead
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Greenhead recorded 115 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Greenhead
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Greenhead recorded 80 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Greenhead
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Greenhead recorded 80 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Greenhead
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Greenhead recorded 54 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 93% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Greenhead
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Greenhead recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Greenhead
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Greenhead recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 47% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Greenhead
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Greenhead recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Greenhead
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Greenhead recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Greenhead, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Greenhead.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Greenhead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lindley | 1,530 | 73.2 | -21% |
| Newsome | 3,614 | 174.8 | +88% |
| Crosland Moor and Netherton | 1,767 | 83.3 | -10% |
| Ashbrow | 2,338 | 103.2 | +11% |
| Golcar | 1,554 | 82.4 | -12% |
| Dalton | 3,667 | 194.5 | +109% |
| Almondbury | 1,507 | 88.1 | -5% |
| Holme Valley North | 1,091 | 60.6 | -35% |
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 Greenhead over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Norfolk Close | 56 |
| On or near Back Honoria Street | 54 |
| On or near Victory Avenue | 49 |
| On or near Park Drive South | 47 |
| On or near Hollin Avenue | 45 |
| On or near Croft Cottage Lane | 40 |
| On or near Back Greenhead Road | 35 |
| On or near Croft Street | 35 |
| On or near Eleanor Street | 32 |
| On or near Tanfield Road | 32 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Greenhead 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 752 | 34.6% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 635 | 29.2% |
| Under investigation | 255 | 11.7% |
| Not recorded | 177 | 8.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 105 | 4.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 100 | 4.6% |
| Local resolution | 48 | 2.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 40 | 1.8% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 22 | 1.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 22 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 11 | 0.5% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 5 | 0.2% |
Greenhead has an estimated population of 23,349. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Greenhead sits in decile 3.3, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Greenhead |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 22.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 64.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 57.5% |
| Social rented homes | 10.7% |
| Private rented homes | 31.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.3 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 9.1% |
Is Greenhead a safe place to live?
Greenhead recorded 93.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to 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 Greenhead?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 975 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by public order (208).
Is crime in Greenhead going up or down?
Recorded crime in Greenhead was up 2% on the year before: 2,174 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 2,141 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Greenhead?
Greenhead 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 Greenhead. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.