East Morton Crime Rate

East Morton is one of the safest settlements in the region, boasting an exceptional safety score of 91/100, which is significantly higher than the UK average of 79. The overall crime rate in the village is remarkably low at 35.3 per 1,000 residents, far below the national average of 91.7. However, recent data shows an increasing trend, with crime rising by 19.6% over the past year. Despite this uptick, the village remains a very secure and peaceful community where criminal activity is rare. While violence and sexual offences are the most reported crime type, the actual numbers are very small. For residents of East Morton, safety is a hallmark of the area, though the recent trend suggests a need for continued awareness.

East Morton is an exceptionally low-crime area, where violence and sexual offences are the most common reports, accounting for 38.2% of the total. Public order offences follow at 12.7%, with anti-social behaviour at 10.9%. These figures represent a very small number of actual incidents, reflecting the village's peaceful nature.

Property crime in East Morton, including burglary, vehicle crime, and theft, occurs at a rate of 10.9 per 1,000 residents. This is about one-third of the UK average of 32.3, making East Morton one of the most secure places for homeowners in the entire local authority. Burglary and vehicle crime both sit at 3.2 and 2.6 per 1,000 respectively, which are very low rates.

For residents, these statistics are highly encouraging. The low frequency of crime means that safety is a major benefit of living in the village. However, the fact that burglary and vehicle crime combined account for over 16% of all offences suggests that even in a very safe area, homeowners should still take basic precautions to protect their property and vehicles.

East Morton is currently seeing an upward trend in its crime statistics, with a 19.6% increase in reported incidents over the last 12 months. Monthly data shows the crime rate per 1,000 residents starting at a very low 1.9 in December 2024 and reaching a peak of 5.1 in July 2025.

The rate has remained consistently low throughout the year, with several months (December, January, February, May) staying below 2.0 per 1,000. While there was a slight increase in activity during July (5.1) and October (4.5), the overall trajectory is upward from a very low baseline. This increasing trend suggests that residents should be slightly more aware of local activity than in previous years. The peak in July (5.1) highlights a period of higher risk. For residents, this data provides a signal that maintaining basic security measures is a sensible step to ensure the village remains one of the safest in the region.

How To Keep Safe in East Morton

Violence and sexual offences are the most common crime type in East Morton, though the actual number of incidents is very low. Maintaining the village's high safety standards involves simple, effective personal awareness.

1. Personal Awareness: Even in a very safe village, it's wise to stay aware of your surroundings when walking alone at night. Stick to well-lit main roads.
2. Vehicle Care: With vehicle crime peaking at night, ensure your car is always locked and parked in a garage or under a sensor light if possible.
3. Home Security: Even in low-crime areas, opportunistic burglars look for easy targets. Ensure all doors and windows are locked, even when you are at home or in the garden.
4. Community Connection: East Morton has a strong community spirit. Stay connected with neighbours and share information about any suspicious activity or unusual callers in the village.
5. Mark Your Property: Using forensic marking on high-value items like bikes and electronics can deter theft and help with recovery in the rare event of a crime.

In East Morton, the timing of criminal activity follows specific trends, despite the low overall volume. Theft-related crimes are the primary concern during the daylight and evening hours. In the afternoon (12pm to 6pm), theft accounts for a significant 47% of all reported incidents, and it remains at 20% in the evening (6pm to midnight). This suggests that opportunistic theft is most active during the working day.

At night, the focus shifts toward vehicle crime and burglary. Between midnight and 6am, vehicle-related offences account for 43% of all reports, while burglary makes up 34%. This indicates that the small amount of crime that does occur at night is almost entirely focused on property and vehicles. Burglaries are also high in the afternoon and evening, both at 34%. For East Morton residents, these patterns suggest that home and asset security is most critical during the afternoon and overnight, while personal awareness is important throughout the day.

East Morton compares exceptionally well to its surrounding areas. It is notably safer than nearby Bingley, which has a crime rate of 81.7 per 1,000, and is much more secure than Keighley (154.4) and Baildon (82.4). It is most similar in safety profile to Harden (34.0). This high level of security makes the village a premier choice for those seeking a quiet, low-risk residential environment in the Bradford district. Its ability to maintain a crime rate that is nearly a third of the national average highlights its unique standing as one of the most secure villages in the local authority.

East Morton’s exceptionally low property crime rate of 10.9 per 1,000 residents is a major draw for the area, but the 19.6% overall increase in crime suggests that residents should not be complacent. Burglary and vehicle crime still occur, often targeting high-value homes in secure areas. Traditional security systems, like standard CCTV, are reactive—they only provide footage after a crime has been committed.

For East Morton homeowners who want to maintain their property's high level of security, scOS offers a proactive solution. By using AI to monitor your home's perimeter, scOS can identify potential threats before they escalate. With vehicle crime peaking at 43% during the night and burglary accounting for 34% of afternoon and evening crime in East Morton, scOS’s ability to detect intruders at the boundary is a powerful deterrent. The system can autonomously engage intruders with lights and sound, often causing them to move on before they even attempt a break-in. This level of AI-driven protection is the modern standard for residents who value prevention.