Crime in Little Horton: statistics, rates and trends
2,956 crimes were recorded in Little Horton in the 12 months to July 2026, 130.4 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 10% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Little Horton at a glance
- Crime trends in Little Horton
- Types of crime in Little Horton
- Little Horton compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Little Horton
- What happened after crimes were reported in Little Horton
- Population and deprivation in Little Horton
- Questions about crime in Little Horton
- About this data
2,956 crimes were recorded in Little Horton in the 12 months to July 2026, 130.4 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 10% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 1,459 reports (49% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Little Horton has the 678th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Little Horton | Bradford | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 2,956 | 73,156 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 130.4 | 129.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -10% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 22,674 | 563,605 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Little Horton was highest in the year to July 2019 (3,989 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (2,956). Over the whole period it fell 24%, 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 | 2,956 | 130.4 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 3,301 | 145.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 3,081 | 135.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 3,712 | 163.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 3,654 | 161.2 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 3,582 | 158.0 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 3,740 | 164.9 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 3,989 | 175.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 3,895 | 171.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 235 |
| June 2026 | 271 |
| May 2026 | 271 |
| April 2026 | 240 |
| March 2026 | 228 |
| February 2026 | 222 |
| January 2026 | 216 |
| December 2025 | 231 |
| November 2025 | 243 |
| October 2025 | 247 |
| September 2025 | 256 |
| August 2025 | 296 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Little Horton 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 violence and sexual offences, other theft, criminal damage and arson.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+100%). The largest falls were in possession of weapons (-30%) and burglary (-29%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 1,459 | 64.3 | 1.88 | -9% |
| Other theft | 250 | 11.0 | 1.72 | -27% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 248 | 10.9 | 1.61 | -1% |
| Public order | 202 | 8.9 | 1.34 | -18% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 193 | 8.5 | 0.55 | -13% |
| Vehicle crime | 137 | 6.0 | 1.23 | -14% |
| Drugs | 122 | 5.4 | 1.65 | -5% |
| Other crime | 103 | 4.5 | 2.15 | +4% |
| Burglary | 98 | 4.3 | 1.22 | -29% |
| Shoplifting | 46 | 2.0 | 0.24 | +100% |
| Robbery | 32 | 1.4 | 1.04 | -11% |
| Theft from the person | 27 | 1.2 | 0.70 | +80% |
| Possession of weapons | 23 | 1.0 | 1.04 | -30% |
| Bicycle theft | 16 | 0.7 | 0.86 | +60% |
Violence and sexual offences in Little Horton
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Little Horton recorded 1,459 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (64.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 49.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Little Horton
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Little Horton recorded 250 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 8.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Little Horton
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Little Horton recorded 248 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 8.4% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Little Horton
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Little Horton recorded 202 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Little Horton
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Little Horton recorded 193 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Little Horton
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Little Horton recorded 137 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Little Horton
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Little Horton recorded 122 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Little Horton
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Little Horton recorded 103 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Little Horton
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Little Horton recorded 98 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Little Horton
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Little Horton recorded 46 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Little Horton
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Little Horton recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Little Horton
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Little Horton recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 80% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Little Horton
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Little Horton recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Little Horton
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Little Horton recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 60% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Little Horton, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Little Horton.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Little Horton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wibsey | 2,023 | 123.7 | -5% |
| City | 9,880 | 383.0 | +194% |
| Great Horton | 2,532 | 128.7 | -1% |
| Bowling and Barkerend | 3,993 | 169.0 | +30% |
| Royds | 2,609 | 139.1 | +7% |
| Tong | 4,221 | 200.4 | +54% |
| Manningham | 3,866 | 166.9 | +28% |
| Wyke | 2,063 | 127.4 | -2% |
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 Little Horton over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 115 |
| On or near Supermarket | 65 |
| On or near Tivoli Place | 60 |
| On or near Pembroke Street | 54 |
| On or near Delamere Street | 51 |
| On or near Woodville Terrace | 51 |
| On or near South Street | 48 |
| On or near Round Street | 45 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 43 |
| On or near New Cross Street | 41 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Little Horton 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 | 1,153 | 39.0% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 957 | 32.4% |
| Under investigation | 284 | 9.6% |
| Not recorded | 193 | 6.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 104 | 3.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 75 | 2.5% |
| Local resolution | 70 | 2.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 45 | 1.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 30 | 1.0% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 28 | 0.9% |
| Offender given a caution | 10 | 0.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 7 | 0.2% |
Little Horton has an estimated population of 22,674. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Little Horton sits in decile 1.1, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Little Horton |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 28.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 64.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 6.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 45.0% |
| Social rented homes | 26.1% |
| Private rented homes | 28.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 1.1 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 91.4% |
Is Little Horton a safe place to live?
Little Horton recorded 130.4 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher 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 Little Horton?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 1,459 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by other theft (250).
Is crime in Little Horton going up or down?
Recorded crime in Little Horton was down 10% on the year before: 2,956 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 3,301 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Little Horton?
Little Horton is policed by West Yorkshire. 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 Little Horton. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.