Crime in Bradford-on-Avon North: statistics, rates and trends
264 crimes were recorded in Bradford-on-Avon North in the 12 months to July 2026, 43.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 12% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Bradford-on-Avon North at a glance
- Crime trends in Bradford-on-Avon North
- Types of crime in Bradford-on-Avon North
- Bradford-on-Avon North compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Bradford-on-Avon North
- What happened after crimes were reported in Bradford-on-Avon North
- Population and deprivation in Bradford-on-Avon North
- Questions about crime in Bradford-on-Avon North
- About this data
264 crimes were recorded in Bradford-on-Avon North in the 12 months to July 2026, 43.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 12% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 103 reports (39% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Bradford-on-Avon North has the 3,317th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Bradford-on-Avon North | Wiltshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 264 | 31,787 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 43.5 | 60.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -12% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 6,074 | 523,700 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Bradford-on-Avon North was highest in the year to July 2025 (299 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (152). Over the whole period it rose 42%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 264 | 43.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 299 | 49.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 237 | 39.0 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 152 | 25.0 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 166 | 27.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 208 | 34.2 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 195 | 32.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 207 | 34.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 186 | 30.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 17 |
| June 2026 | 18 |
| May 2026 | 28 |
| April 2026 | 28 |
| March 2026 | 21 |
| February 2026 | 18 |
| January 2026 | 17 |
| December 2025 | 23 |
| November 2025 | 30 |
| October 2025 | 18 |
| September 2025 | 22 |
| August 2025 | 24 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Bradford-on-Avon North over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for bicycle theft.
The largest increases were in criminal damage and arson (+21%) and violence and sexual offences (+18%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-89%) and anti-social behaviour (-22%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 103 | 17.0 | 0.50 | +18% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 42 | 6.9 | 0.45 | -22% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 29 | 4.8 | 0.70 | +21% |
| Public order | 28 | 4.6 | 0.69 | +17% |
| Burglary | 20 | 3.3 | 0.93 | +186% |
| Other theft | 12 | 2.0 | 0.31 | -14% |
| Vehicle crime | 8 | 1.3 | 0.27 | -50% |
| Bicycle theft | 7 | 1.2 | 1.40 | +133% |
| Shoplifting | 6 | 1.0 | 0.12 | -89% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.7 | 0.68 | +100% |
| Drugs | 3 | 0.5 | 0.15 | -40% |
| Other crime | 2 | 0.3 | 0.16 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Bradford-on-Avon North
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Bradford-on-Avon North recorded 103 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 39.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Bradford-on-Avon North
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Bradford-on-Avon North recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 15.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Bradford-on-Avon North
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Bradford-on-Avon North recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 11.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Bradford-on-Avon North
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Bradford-on-Avon North recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 10.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Bradford-on-Avon North
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Bradford-on-Avon North recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 186% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Bradford-on-Avon North
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Bradford-on-Avon North recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Bradford-on-Avon North
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Bradford-on-Avon North recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Bradford-on-Avon North
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Bradford-on-Avon North recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 133% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Bradford-on-Avon North
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Bradford-on-Avon North recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 89% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Bradford-on-Avon North
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Bradford-on-Avon North recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Bradford-on-Avon North
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Bradford-on-Avon North recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Bradford-on-Avon North
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Bradford-on-Avon North recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Bradford-on-Avon North, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Bradford-on-Avon North.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Bradford-on-Avon North |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradford-on-Avon South | 297 | 65.9 | +52% |
| Winsley & Westwood | 109 | 24.2 | -44% |
| Holt | 234 | 41.0 | -6% |
| Trowbridge Adcroft | 538 | 127.5 | +193% |
| Trowbridge Lambrok | 341 | 62.6 | +44% |
| Trowbridge Central | 1,401 | 238.3 | +448% |
| Hilperton | 150 | 42.8 | -2% |
| Trowbridge Paxcroft | 251 | 41.6 | -4% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Bradford-on-Avon North over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Elmfield | 31 |
| On or near Kingston Road | 17 |
| On or near A363 | 16 |
| On or near Supermarket | 14 |
| On or near Parking Area | 12 |
| On or near Kingsfield Leaze | 11 |
| On or near Cottle Avenue | 10 |
| On or near Huntingdon Rise | 9 |
| On or near Market Street | 9 |
| On or near Silver Street | 8 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Bradford-on-Avon North over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 80 | 30.3% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 70 | 26.5% |
| Not recorded | 42 | 15.9% |
| Under investigation | 35 | 13.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 18 | 6.8% |
| Local resolution | 5 | 1.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 4 | 1.5% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 1.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 3 | 1.1% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 1 | 0.4% |
Bradford-on-Avon North has an estimated population of 6,074. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Bradford-on-Avon North sits in decile 8.9, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Bradford-on-Avon North |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 54.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 28.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 75.9% |
| Social rented homes | 12.1% |
| Private rented homes | 12.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.9 |
Is Bradford-on-Avon North a safe place to live?
Bradford-on-Avon North recorded 43.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Bradford-on-Avon North?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 103 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (42).
Is crime in Bradford-on-Avon North going up or down?
Recorded crime in Bradford-on-Avon North was down 12% on the year before: 264 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 299 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Bradford-on-Avon North?
Bradford-on-Avon North is policed by Wiltshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Bradford-on-Avon North. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.