Burley in Wharfedale Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

April 2023 saw Burley in Wharfedale’s crime rate rise to 4.4 per 1,000 residents, a figure that, while higher than March’s 2.9 per 1,000, remains 41.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This overall rate masks a combination of trends, with violent crimes dominating the landscape at 50% of all incidents. The surge in vehicle crime—now accounting for 23.1% of total crimes—raises questions about local patterns, particularly given its 122% above the UK average. Seasonal factors, such as the Easter period and spring weather, may have contributed to increased outdoor activity, potentially influencing both the rise in vehicle-related offences and the persistent prevalence of violent crimes. The breakdown also reveals an unexpected spike in 'other crime,' which now constitutes 11.5% of total incidents, though this category remains 285% above the UK average. Public order offences, while rising 100% compared to March, still sit 53% below the UK average, suggesting that local efforts in this area may be yielding results. These patterns highlight the need for targeted strategies, particularly in addressing vehicle crime and ensuring that the area’s relatively low overall rate is maintained despite the month-on-month increase.

April 2023 marked a sharp upward trend in Burley in Wharfedale, with vehicle crime surging by 200% (from 2 to 6 incidents) and other crime jumping 100% (from 0 to 3). This spike in vehicle-related offences, which now account for 23.1% of total crimes, places the category 122% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 50% (from 2 to 1), a decrease that may reflect targeted interventions or seasonal shifts in community activity. The dominance of violent crimes—accounting for 50% of all incidents—suggests a persistent challenge in addressing personal safety, though this category remains 15% below the UK average. Residents may find the 122% surge in vehicle crime particularly concerning, as it indicates a growing vulnerability in areas with high vehicle presence, such as local roads or parking zones.

Burley in Wharfedale’s crime rate in April 2023 rose 53.3% compared to March, marking a notable shift in local trends. While this increase places the area’s rate at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, it remains 41.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day in April, a figure that, while seemingly low, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents in specific categories. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 226 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the area’s population of 5,875. This monthly exposure, though modest, underscores the importance of localised patterns, such as the disproportionate rise in vehicle crime, which may be tied to seasonal travel or changes in vehicle usage. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that, despite the increase, Burley in Wharfedale remains significantly safer than the UK average, with its overall crime rate still well below national benchmarks.