Steeton Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Steeton's August 2025 crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents places the area 30.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a significant disparity that reflects a combination of local factors and broader regional trends. The area's crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 44.8% of all reported incidents, followed by burglary (13.8%) and public order offences (13.8%). This distribution contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences make up 13% of the national total, while burglary accounts for a mere 0.3 per 1,000. Steeton's higher proportion of violent crime may be influenced by its status as a built-up area within Bradford, where population density and social dynamics could contribute to such patterns. Seasonal factors in August, such as the peak of the holiday season, may also play a role: while tourism typically increases burglary risks due to empty homes, the area's burglary rate remains significantly above the UK average, suggesting that local conditions—such as targeted criminal activity or persistent vulnerabilities—may be at play. Conversely, anti-social behaviour rates in Steeton are 73% below the UK average, a trend that could be attributed to community cohesion or effective local policing. The data also reveals that vehicle crime is only 3% above the UK average, a relatively modest figure that may reflect the area's infrastructure or vehicle ownership patterns. These findings highlight the combination of local geography, demographics, and seasonal rhythms in shaping crime trends, even within a broader context of lower overall rates.

August 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with public order offences surging by 300% compared to July, rising from one to four incidents. This increase may be linked to the heightened activity in local public spaces during the summer, though no direct causal link can be confirmed. Vehicle crime also doubled, moving from zero to two incidents, a trend that could reflect seasonal shifts in parking patterns or increased vehicle presence in the area. Conversely, burglary rates dropped by 33.3%, falling from six to four incidents, despite the category remaining 196% above the UK average. This reduction may indicate successful local initiatives or a temporary deterrent effect from increased police visibility. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 33.3%, from three to two incidents, suggesting that community engagement efforts may be yielding results. Meanwhile, drug-related crimes fell sharply by two-thirds, from three to one incident, a decline that could be tied to targeted enforcement actions or seasonal changes in illicit activity.

Steeton's crime rate in August 2025 fell to 5.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 12.2% decrease from July's 6.3 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader patterns observed in the area during summer months, when seasonal tourism and holiday activity may temporarily shift criminal activity away from residential zones. On a daily basis, the area recorded one reported crime per day in August, a figure that reflects the low overall rate but underscores the sporadic nature of incidents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 180 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. When compared to the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, Steeton's performance highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies or the influence of demographic factors such as a higher proportion of elderly residents, who may contribute to lower rates of violent crime. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the 30.9% gap below the UK average, the area remains a relatively safe place to live, with most residents unlikely to encounter crime during their daily routines.