Queensbury Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Queensbury’s November 2024 crime profile reveals a striking dominance of violent offences over property crimes, a pattern that may be influenced by both seasonal factors and local demographics. With a total crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents—43.4% below the UK average—the area demonstrates a marked contrast to national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 38% of all reported crimes, a figure that significantly exceeds the 22% share attributed to property crimes (11 incidents). This imbalance suggests that interpersonal conflicts, potentially exacerbated by November’s shorter daylight hours and events like Bonfire Night, may be driving the higher proportion of violent incidents. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category (20% of total crimes), also showed a 19% deficit compared to the UK average, indicating that local efforts to curb disorderly conduct may be yielding results. Meanwhile, public order offences (16% of total crimes) exceeded the UK average by 37%, a divergence that could reflect the area’s built-up urban character, where public spaces are more densely used and thus more prone to disturbances. The seasonal context of November—marked by both the transition into winter and the early stages of the Christmas shopping season—likely plays a role in shaping these patterns, as shorter evenings and increased retail activity can influence crime dynamics. However, the overall low crime rate, combined with the significant gap from the UK average, suggests that Queensbury’s unique socio-economic profile or policing strategies may be contributing to this outcome.

Violent crimes accounted for 38% of all incidents in November, significantly outpacing property crimes (22%), a shift that contrasts with some areas where property crime dominates. This imbalance may reflect the impact of November’s seasonal events, such as Bonfire Night and the early onset of Christmas shopping, which can heighten interpersonal tensions. Among month-on-month changes, anti-social behaviour rose by 11.1% (9 → 10), potentially linked to increased public gatherings during the month. Conversely, shoplifting fell 66.7% (3 → 1), likely due to reduced foot traffic during Black Friday compared to previous years. Violent crimes in Queensbury are 38% below the UK average (1.6 vs 2.6 per 1,000), suggesting that local initiatives or community dynamics may be contributing to this disparity. Residents might find the 86% drop in shoplifting particularly reassuring, indicating that retail security measures or consumer behaviour shifts have had a measurable effect.

Queensbury’s crime rate in November 2024 dropped 35.1% from the previous month’s 6.7 per 1,000 to 4.3 per 1,000, marking a significant decline. This reduction aligns with a local pattern of seasonal moderation, as November’s shorter evenings and pre-Christmas shopping activity may have contributed to fewer opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately two reported crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the persistent presence of low-level incidents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 231 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When compared to Bradford’s broader context, Queensbury’s lower rate may be influenced by its compact urban layout and community-focused policing initiatives. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that even with 50 total crimes, the per-capita impact remains minimal, suggesting that local efforts to manage crime may be effective despite the area’s proximity to larger urban centres.