Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WF6 · Wakefield
143
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
WF9 · Wakefield
40
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
North Elmsall has less crime — 40 vs 143 incidents in February 2026.
Normanton recorded substantially more crime than North Elmsall in February 2026 — 143 incidents compared to 40, a 3.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Normanton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (21) and Other theft (12), while North Elmsall has more Public order (5) and Robbery (4). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, North Elmsall recorded fewer crimes than Normanton — 40 vs 143 incidents. That is 72% fewer crimes. North Elmsall is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Normanton saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while North Elmsall had more Public order and Robbery. Overall, North Elmsall recorded fewer total crimes (40 vs 143).