Bingley Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 22,761 residents, Bingley recorded 187 crimes in May 2023, translating to a crime rate of 8.2 per 1,000 people. This figure places the area 2.5% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, though the gap remains relatively modest given the built-up nature of the locality. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 44.9% of all reports — significantly higher than the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 for this category. Public order offences also showed marked elevation, with 27 incidents (14.4% of total crimes) compared to the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. This pattern may reflect the area's character as a commuter hub within Bradford, where high foot traffic in retail and social spaces could contribute to disorder incidents. Burglary, at 21 cases (11.2% of total), was 190% above the UK average, suggesting vulnerabilities in residential security that warrant further attention. The seasonal context of May — with its extended daylight hours and bank holidays — likely played a role in shaping these trends, as increased outdoor activity and socialising may have influenced both crime types and reporting patterns. However, direct causal links, and the interplay between local demographics and environmental factors requires deeper analysis.

May 2023 saw a 125% increase in public order offences, rising from 12 to 27 incidents — the largest jump among all categories. This surge aligns with the seasonal context of longer evenings and bank holidays, which may have encouraged more outdoor socialising and associated disruptions. Violent crimes, at 84 incidents, remained 33% above the UK average for this category, suggesting a persistent challenge in managing interpersonal conflicts in the area. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 63.6% compared to April, with reported incidents falling from 11 to 4 — possibly reflecting reduced parking congestion or altered commuter patterns during the month. Other theft also declined by 58.3%, though this category remains 114% above the UK average. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of local crime trends, with some categories responding to seasonal factors while others maintain elevated levels relative to national benchmarks.

Bingley's crime rate in May 2023 rose to 8.2 per 1,000 residents, a 5.7% increase from April's 7.8 per 1,000. This means that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 122 residents. Translating this to daily frequency, the area experienced an average of six crimes per day — a figure that contextualises the scale of activity for local residents. When compared to the UK average, Bingley's rate remains 2.5% above the national figure, though this gap is relatively narrow given the area's population size. The shift in crime patterns suggests a seasonal influence, with longer evenings and bank holidays in May likely contributing to increased socialising and associated public order incidents. This daily context helps residents understand the frequency of crime relative to their own experiences, though it does not capture the full picture of individual risk factors.