Is Wakefield East Safe?
Crime statistics for Wakefield East. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 58,246 total crimes recorded in Wakefield East
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Wakefield East — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wakefield East safe?
Wakefield East has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. 18,266 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Wakefield East has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Wakefield East in the last 12 months?
18,266 crimes were recorded in Wakefield East in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 6.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (19,515 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Wakefield East?
The most common crime in Wakefield East is Violent Crime, with 23,468 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 128.5% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Wakefield East increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Wakefield East is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 6.4% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Wakefield East?
Wakefield East has a safety score of 9 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Wakefield East compare to the West Yorkshire Police average?
Wakefield East has a safety score of 9/100, while the West Yorkshire Police force area average is 9/100. Wakefield East is in line with the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Wakefield East?
48.3% of crimes in Wakefield East resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in Wakefield East?
23,468 violent crimes were recorded in Wakefield East in the last 12 months, representing 128.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 6,742 incidents.
When was the crime data for Wakefield East last updated?
The crime data for Wakefield East was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Wakefield East with other areas?
You can compare Wakefield East with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.