Burley in Wharfedale Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Burley in Wharfedale’s crime rate in May 2025 (2.6 per 1,000) places it 67.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the national picture. This built-up area within Bradford, while not immune to crime, demonstrates a marked safety profile relative to the UK. The top crime categories in May were violence and sexual offences (33.3% of total), burglary (26.7%), and other theft (13.3%). These figures suggest a mix of concerns, with violent crime being a prominent but comparatively rare occurrence. The area’s lower crime rate may be influenced by its characteristics as a smaller, possibly more tightly knit community within a larger urban area, where social cohesion and local policing efforts could contribute to reduced incidents. Seasonal factors also play a role: May’s bank holidays, extended evenings, and increased socialising may have influenced the pattern of violence and sexual offences, though the overall rate for these crimes remains significantly below the UK average. Meanwhile, burglary’s rise to 4 incidents, though still below the UK average, indicates a need for continued vigilance around property security. The low crime rate, combined with the area’s demographic profile as a built-up part of Bradford, suggests that local initiatives, community engagement, and the absence of major commercial or nightlife hubs may contribute to this relative safety. However, the seasonal context of May—such as increased foot traffic or outdoor activity—may also explain fluctuations in certain crime types. Overall, Burley in Wharfedale’s performance in May underscores a community that, despite minor spikes in specific categories, maintains a crime profile far below the national benchmark.

May 2025 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with burglary increasing by 100% from 0 to 4 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), highlights a shift in property crime patterns. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 83.3%, from 6 to 1, a drop that may reflect seasonal changes, such as reduced outdoor activity during longer evenings. The breakdown of crime types reveals a 33.3% share of violence and sexual offences, which are 68% below the UK average. This suggests that while violent crime remains a concern, its frequency is markedly lower than national levels. For residents, the 100% increase in burglary is a notable statistic, urging vigilance around property security. Meanwhile, vehicle crime doubled to 2 incidents, though this remains 25% below the UK average. The interplay between these shifts and May’s bank holidays, longer evenings, and increased outdoor drinking may contribute to these patterns.

Burley in Wharfedale's crime rate in May 2025 (2.6 per 1,000) reflects a 31.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.7 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as significantly safer than the UK average, which stands at 8.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day in May, a figure that underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 392 residents, a statistic that contextualises the low frequency of crime relative to the population of 5,875. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which would see one resident in every 123 affected by crime annually. The population-scaled perspective highlights the area’s relative safety, though local factors such as the presence of a retail hub or seasonal activity patterns may influence these figures. The absence of a daily UK comparison means this figure remains unique to Burley, but it reinforces the area’s standing as a low-crime environment within the broader UK context.