Crime in Allerton Bywater: statistics, rates and trends
718 crimes were recorded in Allerton Bywater in the 12 months to July 2026, 89.2 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 7% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Allerton Bywater at a glance
- Crime trends in Allerton Bywater
- Types of crime in Allerton Bywater
- Allerton Bywater compared with nearby towns
- Streets with the most crime in Allerton Bywater
- What happened after crimes were reported in Allerton Bywater
- Population and deprivation in Allerton Bywater
- Questions about crime in Allerton Bywater
- About this data
718 crimes were recorded in Allerton Bywater in the 12 months to July 2026, 89.2 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 7% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 273 reports (38% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Allerton Bywater has the 491st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Allerton Bywater | Leeds | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 718 | 106,410 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 89.2 | 125.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +7% | -3% | -1% |
| Population | 8,053 | 845,189 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Allerton Bywater was highest in the year to July 2022 (849 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (629). Over the whole period it rose 9%, 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 | 718 | 89.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 674 | 83.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 629 | 78.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 802 | 99.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 849 | 105.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 708 | 87.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 641 | 79.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 675 | 83.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 656 | 81.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 53 |
| June 2026 | 74 |
| May 2026 | 92 |
| April 2026 | 55 |
| March 2026 | 59 |
| February 2026 | 55 |
| January 2026 | 43 |
| December 2025 | 43 |
| November 2025 | 74 |
| October 2025 | 46 |
| September 2025 | 53 |
| August 2025 | 71 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Allerton Bywater 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 criminal damage and arson, vehicle crime, burglary.
The largest increases were in other theft (+80%) and anti-social behaviour (+58%). The largest falls were in public order (-29%) and burglary (-21%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 273 | 33.9 | 0.99 | -11% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 136 | 16.9 | 1.10 | +58% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 88 | 10.9 | 1.61 | +44% |
| Vehicle crime | 50 | 6.2 | 1.26 | +4% |
| Other theft | 45 | 5.6 | 0.87 | +80% |
| Burglary | 37 | 4.6 | 1.30 | -21% |
| Public order | 37 | 4.6 | 0.69 | -29% |
| Other crime | 20 | 2.5 | 1.18 | -9% |
| Drugs | 14 | 1.7 | 0.53 | +56% |
| Shoplifting | 6 | 0.7 | 0.09 | -14% |
| Robbery | 5 | 0.6 | 0.46 | +150% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.4 | 0.45 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.4 | 0.38 | -25% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.07 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Allerton Bywater
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Allerton Bywater recorded 273 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (33.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 38.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Allerton Bywater
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Allerton Bywater recorded 136 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 58% on the year before. It made up 18.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Allerton Bywater
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Allerton Bywater recorded 88 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 44% on the year before. It made up 12.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Allerton Bywater
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Allerton Bywater recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Allerton Bywater
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Allerton Bywater recorded 45 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 80% on the year before. It made up 6.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Allerton Bywater
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Allerton Bywater recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 21% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Allerton Bywater
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Allerton Bywater recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Allerton Bywater
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Allerton Bywater recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Allerton Bywater
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Allerton Bywater recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 56% on the year before. It made up 1.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Allerton Bywater
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Allerton Bywater recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Allerton Bywater
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Allerton Bywater recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 150% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Allerton Bywater
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Allerton Bywater recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Allerton Bywater
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Allerton Bywater recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Allerton Bywater
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Allerton Bywater recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Allerton Bywater, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Allerton Bywater.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Allerton Bywater |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kippax | 587 | 57.9 | -35% |
| Castleford | 6,842 | 146.8 | +65% |
| Garforth | 1,076 | 67.4 | -24% |
| Normanton (Wakefield) | 2,044 | 89.3 | +0% |
| Rothwell (Leeds) | 1,868 | 87.8 | -2% |
| Pontefract | 4,120 | 120.6 | +35% |
| Featherstone (Wakefield) | 1,405 | 110.9 | +24% |
| Knottingley | 1,499 | 166.6 | +87% |
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 Allerton Bywater over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 95 |
| On or near Glencoe Gardens | 30 |
| On or near Leeds Road | 27 |
| On or near Silkstone Square | 22 |
| On or near Highfield Grove | 20 |
| On or near Woodend Crescent | 19 |
| On or near Manor Park Avenue | 17 |
| On or near Hollins Grove | 15 |
| On or near King Edward Avenue | 15 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 15 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Allerton Bywater 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 | 229 | 31.9% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 228 | 31.8% |
| Not recorded | 136 | 18.9% |
| Under investigation | 56 | 7.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 17 | 2.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 13 | 1.8% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 12 | 1.7% |
| Offender given a caution | 9 | 1.3% |
| Local resolution | 8 | 1.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 5 | 0.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 4 | 0.6% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Allerton Bywater has an estimated population of 8,053. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Allerton Bywater sits in decile 5.6, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Allerton Bywater |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 73.2% |
| Social rented homes | 15.5% |
| Private rented homes | 11.1% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.6 |
Is Allerton Bywater a safe place to live?
Allerton Bywater recorded 89.2 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 Allerton Bywater?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 273 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (136).
Is crime in Allerton Bywater going up or down?
Recorded crime in Allerton Bywater was up 7% on the year before: 718 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 674 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Allerton Bywater?
Allerton Bywater 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 Allerton Bywater. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.