Steeton Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Steeton's crime profile in January 2026, with a rate of 3.6 per 1,000—44% above the UK average. This outlier category highlights a stark contrast to the national trend, where such offences account for 2.5 per 1,000. The overall crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 for the built-up area within Bradford places it 4.4% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. The breakdown reveals a violent crime prevalence, with 51.4% of total incidents falling into this category, followed by other theft (13.5%) and anti-social behaviour (8.1%). These figures align with the area's character as a densely populated urban district, where high concentrations of residential and commercial activity may contribute to higher levels of interpersonal crime. Seasonal context suggests that January's shorter days and post-holiday lull in retail activity may have influenced crime patterns, though the persistence of violence and sexual offences indicates deeper socioeconomic factors at play. The area's crime profile contrasts with its anti-social behaviour rate, which was 35% below the UK average, reflecting community efforts to mitigate disorder. However, the sharp rise in drug-related incidents—doubling from zero to two cases—raises questions about local drug markets and their potential link to other offences. These dynamics underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories while leveraging existing strengths in reducing anti-social behaviour.

January 2026 witnessed sharp increases in burglary, drugs, and public order offences, each doubling from zero to two incidents. These jumps, though small in absolute terms, signal potential emerging trends requiring closer monitoring. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 71.4%, likely influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity during colder weather. Violence and sexual offences remained high, with a rate of 3.6 per 1,000 (44% above the UK average), while other theft (1.0 per 1,000) was 117% above the national average. Anti-social behaviour, however, decreased by 40%, potentially reflecting the impact of local community initiatives or the post-holiday lull in public gatherings. Residents may find the daily crime rate of approximately one incident per day useful for contextualising local safety.

Steeton's crime rate in January 2026 (7.1 per 1,000) marks a 24.4% decline from the previous month's rate of 9.4 per 1,000, reflecting a notable shift in local crime dynamics. This reduction aligns with typical post-holiday patterns, where reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours may limit opportunities for certain offences. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, underscores the ongoing presence of criminal activity. When scaled to the population of 5,222 residents, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 141 residents. This ratio provides a tangible measure of risk for local residents, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average when considering the overall rate. The decline suggests that interventions or seasonal factors may have temporarily curtailed crime, though sustained trends will require further analysis.