Steeton Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Steeton, a built-up area within Bradford, recorded a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents in August 2023—50.6% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national figures highlights the area’s relatively low crime profile, though it is not without its challenges. Violent crimes dominated the crime profile, accounting for 71.4% of all incidents, with 15 cases reported. This category’s rate of 2.9 per 1,000 is 10% above the UK average, suggesting that while Steeton is safer overall, violent crime remains a focal point. Public order offences followed with 14.3% of incidents, aligning closely with the UK average. The low rates of property crimes—burglary, shoplifting, and other theft—were all significantly below national levels, with burglary at 41% below the UK average. August, as a peak holiday month, may have influenced these trends; the seasonal context of increased tourism and potentially empty homes could have heightened burglary risks. Conversely, the drop in public order offences despite the holiday season may indicate effective local policing or community engagement. The low overall crime rate, combined with the high proportion of violent incidents, suggests a combination of factors, including the area’s demographic makeup and local social dynamics. Steeton’s position as a historically industrialised area within Bradford may contribute to these patterns, with economic or social challenges underpinning the higher rates of violent crime. However, the absence of significant property crime trends points to broader community safety measures or environmental factors that may be mitigating such incidents. As August transitions into the autumn months, continued monitoring of these trends will be crucial to understanding whether the current patterns persist or shift.

August 2023 marked a 100.0% increase in burglary compared to July, with one incident reported—up from zero in the previous month. This rise, though small in absolute terms, contrasts with a 50.0% decrease in other theft and a 25.0% decline in public order offences. The dominance of violent crimes, which constituted 71.4% of all reported incidents, stands out as a key trend. While Steeton’s overall rate is well below the UK average, the rate of violence and sexual offences is 10% higher than the national figure of 2.6 per 1,000. This disparity may reflect local factors such as community tensions or specific demographic characteristics. The decrease in public order offences—despite August being a peak holiday month—could indicate effective policing or reduced public gatherings. For residents, the 30.0% monthly decline in crime overall is a positive sign, though the persistence of violent crime remains a concern.

Steeton’s crime rate in August 2023 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a 30.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.7. This decline underscores a notable shift in local crime patterns, though the area remains significantly safer than the UK average. On a daily basis, Steeton saw approximately one reported crime per day during August, a figure that contextualises the low frequency of incidents for residents. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 249 residents over the course of the month, highlighting the relatively sparse nature of criminal activity in this built-up area. Given Steeton’s population of 5,222, this statistic reinforces the area’s position as one of the safer communities within the UK. The reduction in crime compared to July may reflect seasonal factors, such as the conclusion of summer holidays, which could have temporarily reduced opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the persistence of violent crimes—despite a 6.3% month-on-month decrease—suggests that underlying social dynamics or community-specific issues continue to influence local crime trends.