Burley in Wharfedale Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Burley in Wharfedale’s crime rate in February 2025 stood at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, a figure that translates to 23 total crimes for a population of 5,875. This rate is 41.8% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to the national trend. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 60.9% of incidents (14 cases), followed by criminal damage and arson (21.7%, 5 cases) and robbery (4.4%, 1 case). These patterns align with the area’s character as a smaller built-up area within Bradford, where seasonal factors may influence crime dynamics. February, as a winter month, typically sees reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, which may partly explain the relatively low overall rate. However, the sharp increase in violent crimes compared to January suggests a shift in local dynamics, linked to indoor gatherings or heightened tensions during the colder months. Property crimes, while lower in absolute numbers, were also concentrated in categories like burglary and other theft, which remained below the UK average. This mix of crime types—dominated by violent offences but with property crimes significantly under the national benchmark—illustrates a community where interpersonal conflict and targeted property incidents are the primary concerns, contrasting with broader UK trends where property crimes often dominate.

February 2025 saw dramatic shifts in crime patterns, with criminal damage and arson surging by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents) and violence and sexual offences doubling (from 7 to 14). These increases contrast sharply with declines in other theft and public order offences, which fell by two-thirds. The spike in violent crimes places Burley’s rate of 2.4 per 1,000 for this category 2% above the UK average, despite the area’s overall rate being 41.8% below the national figure. Robbery, though rare, rose from zero to one incident—a 100% increase. This shift underscores a growing focus on interpersonal crime, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity and the transition from winter to spring. For residents, the 60.9% share of violent crimes in the total incident count offers a critical insight into local safety priorities.

Burley in Wharfedale’s crime rate in February 2025 rose to 3.9 per 1,000 residents, a 43.7% increase from 2.7 per 1,000 in the previous month. This translates to roughly one reported crime per day in the area, or one crime for every 255 residents over the course of the month. While the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average, the shift in crime mix is notable: violent crimes now account for 60.9% of total incidents, compared to 21.7% for property crimes. This contrast with the prior month’s balance highlights a growing emphasis on violent offences. For residents, the daily crime count provides a tangible reference—each day in February saw an average of one incident, though this figure fluctuates with specific spikes in categories like criminal damage and arson. The population-scaled perspective further contextualises this: even with a modest rate, the impact is felt across the community, particularly in areas where violent crimes are concentrated.