Bradford Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Bradford's February 2026 crime rate of 9.1 per 1,000 residents places the area 42.2% above the UK average, underscoring a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety compared to the national picture. This figure, which reflects a combination of local factors, is driven by violent crimes—accounting for 42.6% of all incidents—that are 68% above the UK average. The dominance of violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, and criminal damage as the top three crime categories highlights the urgent need for focused strategies to address these issues. Seasonal context may partly explain some patterns, as February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull could influence crime dynamics, particularly in public spaces. However, the significant gap from the UK average suggests deeper structural factors at play, such as socio-economic conditions or policing effectiveness. Anti-social behaviour, for instance, rose sharply by 24.6% compared to January, linked to increased indoor gatherings during colder weather. Meanwhile, the 71% above UK average for public order offences aligns with the area's urban density and the challenges of managing large populations in shared spaces. These trends illustrate the need for tailored interventions that consider both immediate environmental factors and long-term systemic issues.

February saw a 24.6% rise in anti-social behaviour, with incidents increasing from 354 to 441, marking a stark contrast to the 61.1% decline in possession of weapons, which fell from 54 to 21. This shift highlights a possible reallocation of police resources or changing community dynamics. Meanwhile, public order offences rose by 10.1%, aligning with broader patterns of increased disorder in urban centres during winter months. The 71% above UK average for vehicle crime—3.6 per 1,000—suggests a need for targeted interventions in areas with high vehicle concentrations. Shoplifting in Bradford was 31% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area's retail landscape or effective policing in high-street zones. These fluctuations illustrate the combination of local factors and national trends, with some categories showing marked divergence from the UK profile.

Bradford's crime rate in February 2026 stood at 9.1 per 1,000 residents, a 7.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.9 per 1,000. This slight decline contrasts with the area's persistent position above the UK average, which remains 42.2% higher than the national figure. On a daily basis, Bradford recorded approximately 183 crimes per day in February, reflecting the density of reported incidents in a large urban district. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 110 residents, a statistic that underscores the frequency of incidents in a population of 563,605. This monthly exposure rate is higher than the UK average, which would require a more granular breakdown to compare directly. The population context further highlights that even minor shifts in crime trends, such as the 24.6% increase in anti-social behaviour, have measurable impacts on daily life for residents.