Bingley Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bingley's crime rate in August 2023 stood at 6.7 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 17.3% below the UK average of 8.1. This performance highlights Bingley's position as a relatively safe built-up area within Bradford, though specific crime categories reveal nuanced patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 38.2% of all recorded crimes, a rate (2.6 per 1,000) that was 2% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 13.8% of total crimes, was 37% below the national average, suggesting effective community engagement in managing public disorder. However, burglary rates in Bingley were 47% above the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by August's seasonal dynamics, such as increased tourism and temporary absences from homes. Public order offences, at 10.5% of total crimes, were 17% above the UK average, possibly reflecting the area's mix of urban and semi-rural characteristics. The seasonal context of August as a peak holiday month likely contributed to fluctuations in crime types, with burglary risks rising due to empty homes and increased foot traffic in public spaces. Despite these variations, Bingley's overall crime profile remains significantly below the UK average, indicating a broader trend of lower criminal activity in this part of West Yorkshire.

August 2023 saw a marked shift in crime trends, with possession of weapons, robbery, and bicycle theft all doubling from zero to one or two incidents. This contrasts sharply with a 50% decline in vehicle crime, likely linked to reduced traffic during school holidays. Violent crimes fell by 18.3% compared to July, a drop that may reflect seasonal patterns or targeted interventions. Burglary rates in Bingley were 47% above the UK average, a figure that could be influenced by August's peak holiday season, when empty homes may be more vulnerable. Anti-social behaviour, however, remained 37% below the national average, suggesting effective community management of public disorder. The rise in bicycle theft, despite being 11% above the UK average, may indicate increased cycling activity in the area during the summer months.

Bingley's crime rate in August 2023 rose slightly to 6.7 per 1,000 residents, a 2.8% increase from the previous month's 6.5. This equates to approximately five crimes reported daily, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's consistent level of activity. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 150 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. When viewed against the population of 22,761, this rate underscores Bingley's position as a safer built-up area within Bradford. The increase in burglary (47% above the UK average) and the decrease in vehicle crime (80% below the UK average) suggest shifting patterns in local criminal activity, possibly influenced by August's seasonal dynamics, such as increased tourism and temporary absences from homes.