Burley in Wharfedale Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Burley in Wharfedale’s crime profile in August 2023 was dominated by violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.5% of all reported incidents — the most frequent category in the area. With a total crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents, the built-up area remains 66.7% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national context. This low rate, despite August being a peak holiday month, may reflect the area’s character as a smaller, tightly knit community within Bradford, where local initiatives or strong social networks could mitigate crime risks. Violence and sexual offences, while significant, were 62% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors — such as targeted policing or community engagement — may contribute to this trend. Meanwhile, property crimes accounted for 43.8% of total incidents, with anti-social behaviour and bicycle theft emerging as notable subcategories. Bicycle theft, though only two cases, was 233% above the UK average, indicating a specific vulnerability that warrants attention. The seasonal context of August, typically associated with increased tourism and empty homes, did not lead to a surge in burglary or other property-related crimes, which may be attributable to effective local crime prevention measures or the area’s compact nature. This pattern aligns with Burley’s historical data, where crime rates consistently remain well below national benchmarks, reinforcing its reputation as a relatively safe part of West Yorkshire.

August 2023 marked a sharp increase in bicycle theft, with cases doubling from zero to two — a 100% rise. This category also stood at 233% above the UK average, highlighting a local vulnerability despite the area’s overall low crime profile. Vehicle crime and shoplifting also saw 100% increases, though these remain modest in absolute terms. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 75%, and anti-social behaviour and public order offences each dropped by 50%, suggesting a possible seasonal shift in crime patterns. The dominance of violence and sexual offences (37.5% of total crimes) contrasts with the UK average, where such incidents account for 2.6 per 1,000 residents — 62% below Burley’s rate. This discrepancy may reflect local factors, such as targeted policing or community engagement initiatives, though further analysis is needed to confirm. Residents might note that the area’s low crime rate, despite a peak holiday month, aligns with its reputation as a relatively safe built-up area within Bradford.

Burley in Wharfedale’s crime rate in August 2023 stood at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, a 27.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.7 per 1,000. This decline suggests a continued trend of stability in local crime patterns, though the area remains significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, one crime was reported per day in August, a figure that reflects the low overall volume of incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 367 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the rarity of crime in this built-up area. With a population of 5,875, the local context suggests that community factors, such as strong social cohesion or effective policing, may contribute to the area’s consistently low crime rates. This figure contrasts sharply with the UK average, where residents face a much higher risk of encountering crime, though specific comparisons for Burley are not available beyond the provided data.