Queensbury Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Queensbury’s crime rate in December 2024 stood at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 1.4% below the UK average of 7.1. This slight deficit masks a stark regional anomaly: violence and sexual offences accounted for 48.2% of all crimes, with a rate of 3.4 per 1,000—33% higher than the UK average of 2.6. This category’s prominence is striking, particularly given the month’s seasonal context: Christmas shopping, extended evenings, and the closure of some homes during the holiday period may have created conditions conducive to such incidents. Public order offences also surged, at 0.9 per 1,000 (12.4% of total crimes), more than double the UK average of 0.5. These figures suggest a combination of environmental and social factors, such as increased foot traffic in retail areas or the influence of alcohol consumption during festive events. Meanwhile, burglary and other crimes remained relatively low compared to national benchmarks, with burglary at 0.5 per 1,000 (61% above UK average) and ‘other crime’ at 0.5 per 1,000 (212% above UK average). The latter category’s sharp rise—jumping from one to six incidents—raises questions about unclassified or emerging criminal activity. Queensbury’s overall crime profile, while marginally safer than the UK average, highlights specific vulnerabilities in violence and public disorder, which may require targeted interventions in high-risk areas or times.

December 2024 saw a 62% increase in Queensbury’s crime rate compared to November, rising from 4.3 to 7.0 per 1,000 residents. This surge was driven by a 105.3% jump in violence and sexual offences, which rose from 19 to 39 incidents. The month also marked a 500% increase in ‘other crime,’ with six reported cases compared to one in November—a sudden and unexplained spike that could signal new criminal activity or underreporting in previous months. Vehicle crime also doubled, with four incidents recorded (up from zero), possibly linked to seasonal changes in parking patterns or increased vehicle movement during the festive period. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 50%, from 10 to five incidents, reflecting a temporary reduction in alcohol-fuelled disputes during the holiday season. The breakdown of crime types reveals a sharp divergence from national trends: while violence and sexual offences are 33% above the UK average, anti-social behaviour and theft from the person are significantly below. This contrast underscores the need for localized strategies, such as enhanced policing in retail and nightlife areas, to address the unique drivers of violence in Queensbury compared to broader UK patterns.

Queensbury’s December 2024 crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents represents a marked increase from November’s 4.3, a 62% rise that highlights a significant monthly fluctuation. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly three crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the concentrated nature of incidents during the festive period. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 143 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when compared to the previous month’s 1-in-233 ratio, suggests a growing risk for residents. With a population of 11,568, this translates to a manageable but notable number of incidents. The UK average of 7.1 per 1,000 places Queensbury in a near-parity position, though the local emphasis on violence and public order crimes sets it apart from the national profile. This divergence may reflect Queensbury’s urban character within Bradford, where high foot traffic and seasonal events could amplify specific types of crime. Residents should note that while the overall rate is slightly below the UK average, the sharp rise in violence and sexual offences necessitates vigilance in areas with higher concentrations of nightlife or retail activity, particularly during the evening hours when visibility is reduced.