Burley in Wharfedale Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Burley in Wharfedale’s crime rate in May 2023 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 36.3% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This stark contrast to the national picture highlights the area’s relatively safe environment, though specific crime patterns reveal localized challenges. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 30% of all crimes, with 9 incidents reported—a figure 46% below the UK average. Public order offences, however, emerged as a significant concern, contributing 26.7% of crimes and exceeding the UK average by 112%. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 23.3% of incidents, while other crime and drugs offences also showed marked divergences. The seasonal context of May—characterized by longer evenings and bank holidays—likely contributed to the sharp rise in public order and anti-social behaviour. This may be partly explained by increased outdoor socialising and the impact of local events, which could temporarily elevate tensions in public spaces. The area’s overall safety, despite these spikes, suggests that community factors such as strong local policing or social cohesion may be playing a role in mitigating crime. However, the significant divergence in specific categories—particularly public order—indicates the need for targeted interventions to address these emerging trends. The interplay between seasonal dynamics and localized crime patterns underscores the importance of context-specific analysis in understanding Burley’s unique profile.

May 2023 saw dramatic increases in public order offences (+300%) and anti-social behaviour (+600%), with the latter rising from one incident to seven. These spikes contrast sharply with a 30.8% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which dropped from 13 to nine. Public order crimes in Burley were 112% above the UK average, a stark divergence from the area’s overall safety profile. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour, though rising, remained 10% below the UK average. The shift in crime mix—from violent to non-violent—may reflect seasonal changes, such as longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising during May’s bank holidays. Residents may find the sharp rise in public order offences particularly concerning, as it suggests heightened tensions in public spaces during this period.

Burley in Wharfedale’s crime rate in May 2023 rose 15.3% compared to April, reaching 5.1 per 1,000 residents from 4.4 per 1,000. This increase, while notable, remains significantly below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in May, a figure that reflects the relatively low overall rate. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 196 residents, a monthly exposure that is lower than the UK average for similar areas. This statistic underscores the area’s overall safety profile, even as specific crime categories show divergence. The population context—Burley’s 5,875 residents—further highlights how localized factors, such as community cohesion and local policing efforts, may contribute to the area’s crime dynamics. While the rate has increased from the previous month, the absolute number of crimes (30) remains modest, suggesting that systemic factors may be influencing crime trends more than transient events.