Queensbury Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 11,568 residents, 107 reported crimes in April 2023 equate to one crime for every 108 residents—a stark reminder of the scale of criminal activity in Queensbury. The area's crime rate of 9.3 per 1,000 residents places it 24% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, a discrepancy that may partly reflect the area's position within Bradford's urban fabric. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (44 cases, 41.1% of total), followed by shoplifting (14 cases) and public order offences (11 cases). This distribution aligns with patterns seen in similar built-up areas, where high foot traffic and retail presence may contribute to shoplifting incidents. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and springtime outdoor activity—may have influenced the rise in violence, which was 46% above the UK average for this category. While shoplifting's 150% excess over the UK average suggests a localised issue, the sharp decline in vehicle crime (56% below the UK average) could indicate improved security measures at parking areas. The interplay between these trends highlights the complex relationship between seasonal rhythms and crime patterns in urban centres like Queensbury.

April 2023 saw a dramatic 600% surge in shoplifting incidents, rising from two to 14 cases. This spike far outpaces the UK average for shoplifting, which stood at 0.5 per 1,000 residents. Meanwhile, drugs-related crimes and 'other crime' categories both doubled from their March figures, though these remain below the UK average. Conversely, vehicle crime and burglary each fell by 50%, with burglary dropping from 12 to 6 cases—a significant decline that brings the rate closer to the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. The shift in crime mix reveals a notable imbalance: violent crimes now account for 41.1% of all reported incidents, compared to 46% of the UK average for this category. For residents, the most immediately visible change may be the sharp rise in shoplifting, with one in every 83 residents in Queensbury affected by this category alone during the month.

Queensbury's crime rate in April 2023 rose to 9.3 per 1,000 residents, a 23% increase from the previous month's rate of 7.5 per 1,000. This marks the highest monthly rate recorded in the area this year, though it remains below the peak seen in late 2022. Daily crime statistics show an average of four reported crimes per day, translating to roughly one crime for every 108 residents over the course of the month. When scaled to the area's population of 11,568, this rate underscores the need for community vigilance. The population-scaled perspective reveals that each resident faces a 0.93% chance of being directly involved in a crime during April, a figure that may feel more tangible when compared to the UK average of 0.75%. While the daily figure offers a snapshot of activity, the monthly exposure metric provides a broader context for residents assessing long-term trends in their local area.