Keighley Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

November 2023 saw Keighley's crime rate remain significantly elevated compared to the UK average, with 12.4 crimes per 1,000 residents — 65.3% higher than the national figure of 7.5 per 1,000. The area's crime profile was dominated by violent and sexual offences, which accounted for 44.3% of all reported crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson (10.1%) and public order incidents (8.3%). This pattern aligns with Keighley's status as a built-up area within Bradford, where dense urban environments and seasonal factors may contribute to higher levels of interpersonal conflict. The month's calendar, including Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, likely amplified pressures on public spaces and retail areas, creating conditions where anti-social behaviour and property crimes could escalate. While the overall crime rate remained high, the breakdown suggests a combination of local demographics and transient events. For instance, the prominence of violence and sexual offences may reflect the area's role as a commuter hub, where transient populations and late-night activity in town centres could drive such incidents. Meanwhile, the relatively low rates of vehicle crime (3.4 per 1,000) and theft from the person (0.8%) contrast with national trends, indicating effective policing in high-traffic areas or lower footfall during colder evenings. Seasonal transitions, such as the earlier onset of darkness in November, may also have influenced crime patterns by reducing visibility and increasing reliance on artificial lighting in public spaces.

November 2023 marked a notable shift in crime trends, with several categories showing significant changes. Bicycle theft surged by 100% compared to October, jumping from zero to one reported incident — a stark anomaly that may reflect increased cycling activity during colder months or targeted thefts in specific locations. Theft from the person rose by 66.7%, potentially linked to Black Friday shopping activity and higher foot traffic in retail areas. Vehicle crime also increased by 31.3%, though this remains below the UK average by 20%. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 42.2%, due to seasonal changes in community activity or targeted interventions by local authorities. Violent and sexual offences remained high, at 112% above the UK average, with 5.5 per 1,000 residents affected. This figure underscores a persistent challenge for local policing, as such crimes often require sustained community engagement and resource allocation. Meanwhile, possession of weapons dropped by 60%, a decrease that could indicate successful efforts to disrupt illegal firearms networks. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in Keighley, where month-to-month variations may be influenced by both local initiatives and broader societal rhythms.

Keighley's crime rate in November 2023 (12.4 per 1,000) represented a modest decline from the previous month's rate of 13.2 per 1,000 — a 6.1% decrease. This reduction, while statistically significant, does not bring the area closer to the UK average, which remains 7.5 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 21 crimes per day, a figure that, while lower than October's rate, still reflects a high frequency of incidents relative to its population of 50,588 residents. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 81 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure to crime faced by the community. This rate is higher than the UK average, which suggests that residents in Keighley may experience crime at a higher frequency. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the disparity becomes even more pronounced: for every 1,000 residents in Keighley, 12.4 crimes were recorded compared to just 7.5 in the UK as a whole. This gap highlights the need for targeted strategies to address local crime drivers, such as the overrepresentation of violence and sexual offences. The comparison also reveals that certain categories, like vehicle crime, perform better than the UK average, offering potential insights into areas where local measures may be more effective. These figures, while stark, provide a factual foundation for understanding the challenges faced by Keighley's residents and the resources required to address them.