Crime in Shipley: statistics, rates and trends
1,842 crimes were recorded in Shipley in the 12 months to July 2026, 123.2 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 18% on the year before.
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1,842 crimes were recorded in Shipley in the 12 months to July 2026, 123.2 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 18% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 676 reports (37% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Shipley has the 783rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Shipley | Bradford | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,842 | 73,156 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 123.2 | 129.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -18% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 14,952 | 563,605 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Shipley was highest in the year to July 2018 (2,596 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (1,842). Over the whole period it fell 29%, 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 | 1,842 | 123.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 2,241 | 149.9 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 2,215 | 148.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 2,045 | 136.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 2,176 | 145.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,014 | 134.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 2,136 | 142.9 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 2,182 | 145.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 2,596 | 173.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 193 |
| June 2026 | 146 |
| May 2026 | 172 |
| April 2026 | 157 |
| March 2026 | 135 |
| February 2026 | 113 |
| January 2026 | 143 |
| December 2025 | 162 |
| November 2025 | 142 |
| October 2025 | 152 |
| September 2025 | 171 |
| August 2025 | 156 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Shipley 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, shoplifting, public order.
The largest increases were in robbery (+20%) and vehicle crime (+14%). The largest falls were in public order (-43%) and burglary (-43%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 676 | 45.2 | 1.32 | -13% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 207 | 13.8 | 0.90 | -25% |
| Shoplifting | 205 | 13.7 | 1.65 | +14% |
| Public order | 139 | 9.3 | 1.40 | -43% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 117 | 7.8 | 1.15 | -29% |
| Vehicle crime | 111 | 7.4 | 1.51 | +14% |
| Other theft | 107 | 7.2 | 1.12 | -25% |
| Burglary | 103 | 6.9 | 1.95 | -43% |
| Drugs | 69 | 4.6 | 1.41 | +5% |
| Other crime | 47 | 3.1 | 1.49 | -16% |
| Robbery | 24 | 1.6 | 1.19 | +20% |
| Theft from the person | 19 | 1.3 | 0.75 | -5% |
| Possession of weapons | 11 | 0.7 | 0.76 | +267% |
| Bicycle theft | 7 | 0.5 | 0.57 | -59% |
Violence and sexual offences in Shipley
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Shipley recorded 676 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (45.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 36.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Shipley
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Shipley recorded 207 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 11.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Shipley
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Shipley recorded 205 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 11.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Shipley
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Shipley recorded 139 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 43% on the year before. It made up 7.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Shipley
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Shipley recorded 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 6.4% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Shipley
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Shipley recorded 111 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Shipley
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Shipley recorded 107 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Shipley
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Shipley recorded 103 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 43% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Shipley
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Shipley recorded 69 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Shipley
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Shipley recorded 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Shipley
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Shipley recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Shipley
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Shipley recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Shipley
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Shipley recorded 11 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 267% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Shipley
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Shipley recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 59% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Shipley, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Shipley.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Shipley |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heaton | 2,056 | 102.1 | -17% |
| Baildon | 1,347 | 82.3 | -33% |
| Windhill and Wrose | 2,204 | 126.2 | +2% |
| Toller | 2,852 | 133.0 | +8% |
| Bingley | 1,500 | 82.8 | -33% |
| Manningham | 3,866 | 166.9 | +35% |
| Bolton and Undercliffe | 1,951 | 100.8 | -18% |
| Idle and Thackley | 1,977 | 99.7 | -19% |
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 Shipley over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near John Street | 109 |
| On or near Parking Area | 103 |
| On or near Park Way | 81 |
| On or near Shopping Area | 81 |
| On or near Central Avenue | 72 |
| On or near Well Croft | 70 |
| On or near Higher Coach Road | 44 |
| On or near Market Square | 43 |
| On or near Clarence Road | 31 |
| On or near Sunny Bank | 31 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Shipley 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 589 | 32.0% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 540 | 29.3% |
| Not recorded | 207 | 11.2% |
| Under investigation | 141 | 7.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 139 | 7.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 68 | 3.7% |
| Local resolution | 65 | 3.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 59 | 3.2% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 14 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 10 | 0.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 0.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.2% |
Shipley has an estimated population of 14,952. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Shipley sits in decile 4.6, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Shipley |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 63.0% |
| Social rented homes | 10.2% |
| Private rented homes | 26.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.6 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 9.3% |
Is Shipley a safe place to live?
Shipley recorded 123.2 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 Shipley?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 676 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (207).
Is crime in Shipley going up or down?
Recorded crime in Shipley was down 18% on the year before: 1,842 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 2,241 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Shipley?
Shipley 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 Shipley. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.