Silsden Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Silsden, 6.3 crimes were recorded in August 2025—22.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This rate translates to a daily risk of roughly 2 crimes per day, or one incident for every 160 residents over the month. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (47.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (14.6%) and public order issues (9.1%). These figures align with August's seasonal context: a peak holiday month where tourism and empty homes may increase burglary risk, yet the overall rate remains significantly lower than national benchmarks. The dominance of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where property crime typically dominates. This suggests a local dynamic where community interactions and public spaces may play a larger role in shaping crime patterns. While burglary rates surged by 400% compared to July, the overall decline in violent crime—particularly a 45.8% drop in violence and sexual offences—indicates a combination of seasonal factors and community-specific trends. The lower-than-UK-average anti-social behaviour rate (38% below) may reflect effective local policing or community engagement efforts, though this remains speculative without further data.

August saw a dramatic 400% increase in burglary cases, rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This sharp rise, despite the overall crime rate declining, suggests a seasonal vulnerability—perhaps linked to August's peak holiday season, when second homes are unoccupied. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 45.8%, from 48 to 26 incidents, a shift that may reflect quieter evenings or changes in community activity. Silsden's burglary rate is 122% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour remains 38% below. These divergences highlight the area's unique risk profile, with property crime outpacing national trends but violent crime falling. Residents might find the 400% burglary jump particularly concerning, as it indicates a specific area of risk that warrants targeted awareness.

Silsden's crime rate in August 2025 fell to 6.3 per 1,000 residents, a 24.7% drop from 8.3 per 1,000 in July. This decline translates to roughly 2 crimes reported per day, or one incident for every 160 residents over the course of the month. While the overall rate remains 22.2% below the UK average, the daily frequency offers a tangible sense of local risk—equivalent to a 1-in-160 chance for any given resident. The previous month's higher rate may have reflected summer-specific pressures, such as increased foot traffic during peak holiday periods. However, the August figures suggest a stabilisation in local crime patterns, with no single category dominating the monthly tally. The 160-resident ratio, though low, underscores the importance of community vigilance, particularly in areas where seasonal shifts create opportunities for crime.