Silsden Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 marked a continuation of Silsden’s historically low crime levels, with a recorded crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents — 56.6% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure reflects a pattern consistent with Silsden’s character as a small built-up area within Bradford, where community cohesion and limited commercial density appear to contribute to lower crime rates. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (12 incidents, 41.4% of total), shoplifting (5 incidents, 17.2%), and anti-social behaviour (3 incidents, 10.3%). These figures align with seasonal trends, as November’s shorter evenings and events like Bonfire Night may heighten risks of public order incidents. Silsden’s violent crime rate (1.4 per 1,000) is 46% below the UK average, suggesting local factors such as strong community policing or demographic stability may play a role. The area’s property crime rate (12 incidents) remains balanced with violent crime, diverging from typical urban patterns where property crime often dominates. While the overall rate remains low, the presence of shoplifting and anti-social behaviour indicates vulnerabilities tied to retail activity and public spaces. The month’s data does not show dramatic shifts, but the combination of seasonal factors and local context underscores the need for continued monitoring of patterns that may emerge during periods of increased foot traffic or event-related activity.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in Silsden’s crime profile, with bicycle theft and other crime both rising by 100% compared to October. This increase, though statistically significant, remains an isolated incident given the small absolute numbers. Conversely, burglary dropped by 75% (from 4 to 1), and anti-social behaviour fell by 40% (from 5 to 3), reflecting potential seasonal effects as colder weather may reduce outdoor gatherings. Violence and sexual offences rose slightly by 9.1% (from 11 to 12), though this remains well below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The area’s shoplifting rate (0.6 per 1,000) is 13% below the UK average, possibly linked to Silsden’s limited retail presence compared to larger urban centres. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.3 per 1,000, is 73% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or community engagement may be effective in mitigating such incidents. One resident might find the 100% increase in bicycle theft concerning, though the single incident reported may not indicate a broader trend. The data highlights a combination of seasonal factors and local conditions, with Silsden’s crime mix remaining distinct from both national averages and typical urban patterns.

Silsden’s November 2024 crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 represents a 21.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.2 per 1,000, indicating a continued downward trend in reported incidents. This reduction aligns with a broader pattern observed in smaller built-up areas within Bradford, where crime rates often fluctuate seasonally but remain consistently below national averages. On a daily basis, Silsden recorded roughly one crime per day in November, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s small population of 8,794 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 303 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to UK-wide statistics. This suggests that residents in Silsden face significantly lower risks of encountering crime than the average UK resident. The population-scaled perspective further contextualises the data: even with the increases in bicycle theft and other crime, the absolute numbers remain negligible in a community of this size. The previous month’s rate of 4.2 per 1,000, though still below the UK average, highlights the volatility of crime statistics in smaller areas. These comparisons underscore Silsden’s position as a relatively safe locality, where local policing efforts and community dynamics likely contribute to sustained low crime levels.