Crime in Tong: statistics, rates and trends
4,221 crimes were recorded in Tong in the 12 months to July 2026, 200.4 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before.
4,221 crimes were recorded in Tong in the 12 months to July 2026, 200.4 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 1,856 reports (44% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Tong has the 195th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Tong | Bradford | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 4,221 | 73,156 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 200.4 | 129.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -9% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 21,059 | 563,605 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Tong was highest in the year to July 2019 (4,970 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (4,075). Over the whole period it fell 9%, 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 | 4,221 | 200.4 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 4,629 | 219.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 4,075 | 193.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 4,494 | 213.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 4,813 | 228.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 4,754 | 225.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 4,593 | 218.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 4,970 | 236.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 4,625 | 219.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 366 |
| June 2026 | 324 |
| May 2026 | 361 |
| April 2026 | 354 |
| March 2026 | 369 |
| February 2026 | 327 |
| January 2026 | 349 |
| December 2025 | 319 |
| November 2025 | 320 |
| October 2025 | 344 |
| September 2025 | 345 |
| August 2025 | 443 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Tong 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, criminal damage and arson, anti-social behaviour.
The largest increases were in bicycle theft (+35%) and vehicle crime (+23%). The largest falls were in burglary (-18%) and anti-social behaviour (-14%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 1,856 | 88.1 | 2.57 | -12% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 432 | 20.5 | 3.02 | -1% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 417 | 19.8 | 1.29 | -14% |
| Other theft | 264 | 12.5 | 1.96 | -12% |
| Burglary | 255 | 12.1 | 3.42 | -18% |
| Public order | 251 | 11.9 | 1.79 | -8% |
| Vehicle crime | 229 | 10.9 | 2.21 | +23% |
| Other crime | 152 | 7.2 | 3.42 | -8% |
| Drugs | 141 | 6.7 | 2.05 | -13% |
| Shoplifting | 86 | 4.1 | 0.49 | +4% |
| Robbery | 53 | 2.5 | 1.86 | +13% |
| Possession of weapons | 35 | 1.7 | 1.71 | -10% |
| Bicycle theft | 31 | 1.5 | 1.79 | +35% |
| Theft from the person | 19 | 0.9 | 0.53 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Tong
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Tong recorded 1,856 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (88.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 44.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Tong
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Tong recorded 432 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (20.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 10.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Tong
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Tong recorded 417 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (19.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 9.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Tong
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Tong recorded 264 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 6.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Tong
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Tong recorded 255 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Tong
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Tong recorded 251 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 5.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Tong
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Tong recorded 229 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 23% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Tong
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Tong recorded 152 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Tong
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Tong recorded 141 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Tong
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Tong recorded 86 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Tong
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Tong recorded 53 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Tong
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Tong recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Tong
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Tong recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 35% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Tong
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Tong recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Tong, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Tong.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Tong |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling and Barkerend | 3,993 | 169.0 | -16% |
| Bradford Moor | 2,517 | 118.2 | -41% |
| Little Horton | 2,956 | 130.4 | -35% |
| Wibsey | 2,023 | 123.7 | -38% |
| City | 9,880 | 383.0 | +91% |
| Wyke | 2,063 | 127.4 | -36% |
| Bolton and Undercliffe | 1,951 | 100.8 | -50% |
| Eccleshill | 3,042 | 153.3 | -23% |
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 Tong over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Alred Court | 126 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 119 |
| On or near Mansel Mews | 99 |
| On or near Danecourt Road | 84 |
| On or near Chervana Court | 79 |
| On or near Darren Street | 78 |
| On or near Knowles Lane | 62 |
| On or near Camberley Mount | 59 |
| On or near Shopping Area | 59 |
| On or near Hopkin Street | 52 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Tong 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 | 1,462 | 34.6% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 1,381 | 32.7% |
| Not recorded | 417 | 9.9% |
| Under investigation | 367 | 8.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 144 | 3.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 131 | 3.1% |
| Local resolution | 86 | 2.0% |
| Court result unavailable | 83 | 2.0% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 65 | 1.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 64 | 1.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 13 | 0.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 6 | 0.1% |
Tong has an estimated population of 21,059. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Tong sits in decile 2.1, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Tong |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 24.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 43.6% |
| Social rented homes | 35.5% |
| Private rented homes | 20.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.1 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 68.4% |
Is Tong a safe place to live?
Tong recorded 200.4 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 Tong?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 1,856 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by criminal damage and arson (432).
Is crime in Tong going up or down?
Recorded crime in Tong was down 9% on the year before: 4,221 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 4,629 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Tong?
Tong 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 Tong. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.