Burley in Wharfedale Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Burley in Wharfedale's crime rate in July 2023 stood at 3.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure 55.4% below the UK average of 8.3. This performance places the area among the lowest crime regions in the country, with violent crimes accounting for 31.8% of all incidents (7 cases) and anti-social behaviour contributing 18.2% (4 cases). The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, which remained 57% below the UK average. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, with schools out and festivals active—may have contributed to the lower crime rates, as increased community activity often deters criminal activity. However, the persistence of criminal damage and arson (0.7 per 1,000) at 9% above the UK average suggests targeted challenges in this category. The area's crime profile reflects a combination of local characteristics, including its built-up nature within Bradford and the seasonal rhythms of summer. While property crimes accounted for 40.9% of incidents, the overall low rate indicates effective policing or community engagement. The data also highlights the need to address the slight anomaly in criminal damage, which may be influenced by local factors such as property maintenance practices or enforcement focus. This month's statistics reinforce Burley's position as a relatively safe area, though targeted interventions could further reduce the small but persistent gap in certain categories.

The most dramatic shift in July 2023 was a 66.7% decrease in vehicle crime, with incidents falling from 3 in June to 1 in July. This sharp decline may partly explain the overall 31.4% reduction in the area's crime rate. Violence and sexual offences also dropped by 30%, from 10 to 7, though this category remains 57% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Criminal damage and arson in Burley (0.7 per 1,000) is 9% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, suggesting a persistent issue in this category. Other theft saw a 50% decrease, from 4 to 2, but still remains 55% below the UK average. The crime mix in July shifted slightly towards property crimes, which now account for 40.9% of all incidents (9 out of 22), compared to 31.8% for violent crimes. This balance may reflect the area's seasonal dynamics, with fewer violent incidents during peak summer activity periods.

Burley in Wharfedale's crime rate in July 2023 fell by 31.4% compared to June, dropping from 5.5 to 3.7 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as summer months often see reduced property crime due to increased public presence in outdoor spaces. Locally, the daily crime count averaged just 1 incident per day over July, a figure that may reflect the area's relatively low population density compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 267 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the community's size. While this monthly exposure is significantly lower than the UK average, the 1-in-267 figure is a local aggregate and does not directly compare to national daily or monthly benchmarks. The sustained drop from June suggests a possible stabilisation in local policing efforts or community engagement initiatives, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.