Queensbury Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

May 2025 marked a significant spike in crime in Queensbury, with the overall rate reaching 9.4 per 1,000 residents — 16% above the UK average of 8.1. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, comprising 53.2% of all reported incidents, far exceeding the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. This category's rate of 5.0 per 1,000 was 77% above the national benchmark, a disparity that may reflect the area's proximity to Bradford's urban core and the increased socialising associated with May's longer evenings. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.2 per 1,000, and public order offences, at 0.9 per 1,000, also contributed to the elevated rate, with both categories exceeding UK averages by 15% and 55% respectively. The seasonal context of May — with its bank holidays and extended daylight hours — likely exacerbated these trends, as outdoor drinking and socialising increased. However, the sharp rise in vehicle crime (0.7 per 1,000, 75% above UK average) stands out as an unexpected development, linked to increased vehicle movements during the month's festive events. While property crimes remained relatively low at 22 incidents, the violent crime dominance highlights a need for community-focused interventions to address underlying social factors. The data suggests that Queensbury's built-up character, combined with seasonal dynamics, creates a unique environment where violent and disorderly crimes are prevalent compared to the UK average.

The most striking shift in May was the 166.7% increase in vehicle crime, which rose from three to eight incidents. This jump, combined with a 100% rise in burglary, marks a sharp departure from the previous month's trends. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, accounting for 53.2% of all crimes and 77% above the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also saw a 75% increase, reaching 14 incidents, which may be linked to the extended evenings and bank holidays typical of May. Vehicle crime's surge outpaced other categories, with its rate now at 0.7 per 1,000 — 75% above the UK average. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by 40%, and other crime decreased by 16.7%, suggesting some areas of local activity may have stabilised. For residents, the sharp rise in vehicle crime underscores the need for heightened vigilance in parking areas and vehicle security.

Queensbury's crime rate in May 2025 rose to 9.4 per 1,000 residents, a 37.9% increase from the previous month's 6.8 per 1,000. This places the area 16% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a gap that has widened significantly over the past month. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of four crimes reported each day, a figure that may feel more frequent during May's extended evenings and bank holidays. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 106 residents, a ratio that reflects both the local population density and the seasonal surge in activity. While this monthly exposure rate is higher than the previous month's equivalent, it remains a useful benchmark for understanding the frequency of incidents within the community. The population context highlights that Queensbury's 11,568 residents are experiencing a proportionally higher rate of violence and disorder compared to the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted local interventions.