Queensbury Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Queensbury’s crime rate in May 2024 stood at 7.6 per 1,000 residents, 9.5% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This marks the area’s 12th consecutive month of sub-national average performance. The most striking anomaly was the 200% surge in 'Other crime' — a category encompassing everything from fraud to unclassified incidents — which rose from one to three reports in a single month. This spike, while statistically significant, lacks direct context in the data provided. Seasonal factors may partly explain the broader trends: longer evenings and bank holidays in May likely contributed to increased outdoor socialising, which often correlates with anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 44.3% of all crimes (39 cases), significantly above the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 (20% above). This aligns with Queensbury’s role as a densely populated urban centre within Bradford, where proximity to retail hubs and community spaces may amplify interpersonal conflicts. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.5 per 1,000 (19.3% of total crimes), also exceeded UK norms. These figures suggest a combination of local demographics and environmental factors, with no single cause dominating the data. The overall stability in property crime — which accounted for just 20.3% of all incidents — contrasts with the volatility in violent crime categories, indicating a possible shift in policing priorities or community dynamics.

May 2024 saw a 200% increase in 'Other crime' — a category lacking specific definitions — rising from one to three reports. This jump, though unexplained by the data, dwarfs the 142.9% rise in anti-social behaviour (from seven to 17 cases). Both trends challenge the area’s otherwise stable crime profile. Conversely, shoplifting fell 66.7% compared to April, dropping from nine to three incidents, and drugs-related crime halved from two to one. These declines may reflect seasonal changes, with warmer weather reducing indoor drug use and fewer tourists in May compared to peak summer months. Violent crime, however, remained high: at 3.4 per 1,000 (44.3% of total crimes), it outpaced the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 by 20%. This discrepancy could be tied to Queensbury’s built-up area status, where concentrated populations and limited green spaces may heighten tensions. Vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) and burglary (0.3 per 1,000) both fell below UK averages, with vehicle crime 15% lower and burglary 3% lower. This may suggest effective local policing strategies or fewer opportunities for such crimes in Queensbury’s layout compared to more sprawling urban areas. Residents might find the 53% drop in shoplifting (from nine to three incidents) particularly relevant, though it remains to be seen if this trend persists beyond May’s transient factors.

Queensbury’s crime rate in May 2024 (7.6 per 1,000) showed minimal change from April’s 7.5 per 1,000 — a 1.2% increase, effectively stable. This consistency contrasts with the sharp fluctuations in specific crime types, such as the 200% rise in 'Other crime'. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly three crimes per day in May, a figure that, while locally specific, provides a tangible sense of risk for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 131 residents — a monthly exposure rate that, while not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, offers context for community planning. With a population of 11,568, Queensbury’s crime profile reflects a balance between urban density and localised initiatives. The 9.5% gap below the UK average suggests that Queensbury’s crime management strategies, whether through policing or community engagement, may be more effective than national benchmarks. However, the volatility in categories like 'Other crime' highlights the need for more granular data to address emerging issues. Residents living in areas with high retail or social activity might interpret the 53% drop in shoplifting as a positive sign, though the 200% spike in 'Other crime' underscores the importance of ongoing vigilance and adaptive policing approaches.