Crime in Wibsey: statistics, rates and trends
2,023 crimes were recorded in Wibsey in the 12 months to July 2026, 123.7 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 6% on the year before.
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2,023 crimes were recorded in Wibsey in the 12 months to July 2026, 123.7 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 6% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 773 reports (38% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Wibsey has the 775th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Wibsey | Bradford | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 2,023 | 73,156 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 123.7 | 129.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -6% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 16,354 | 563,605 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Wibsey was highest in the year to July 2018 (2,583 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (2,023). Over the whole period it fell 22%, 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 | 2,023 | 123.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 2,143 | 131.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 2,266 | 138.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 2,239 | 136.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 2,279 | 139.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,110 | 129.0 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 2,263 | 138.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 2,406 | 147.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 2,583 | 157.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 201 |
| June 2026 | 149 |
| May 2026 | 178 |
| April 2026 | 175 |
| March 2026 | 207 |
| February 2026 | 139 |
| January 2026 | 168 |
| December 2025 | 169 |
| November 2025 | 167 |
| October 2025 | 151 |
| September 2025 | 180 |
| August 2025 | 139 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Wibsey 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, vehicle crime, criminal damage and arson.
The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+44%) and robbery (+33%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-58%) and public order (-26%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 773 | 47.3 | 1.38 | -10% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 228 | 13.9 | 0.91 | -2% |
| Vehicle crime | 219 | 13.4 | 2.72 | +44% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 166 | 10.2 | 1.50 | +15% |
| Burglary | 141 | 8.6 | 2.44 | +8% |
| Other theft | 141 | 8.6 | 1.35 | -20% |
| Public order | 113 | 6.9 | 1.04 | -26% |
| Drugs | 80 | 4.9 | 1.50 | +23% |
| Shoplifting | 53 | 3.2 | 0.39 | -58% |
| Other crime | 49 | 3.0 | 1.42 | -8% |
| Robbery | 28 | 1.7 | 1.27 | +33% |
| Theft from the person | 15 | 0.9 | 0.54 | +114% |
| Possession of weapons | 14 | 0.9 | 0.88 | -12% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.2 | 0.22 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Wibsey
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Wibsey recorded 773 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (47.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 38.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Wibsey
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Wibsey recorded 228 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 11.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Wibsey
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Wibsey recorded 219 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 44% on the year before. It made up 10.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Wibsey
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Wibsey recorded 166 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 8.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Wibsey
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Wibsey recorded 141 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Wibsey
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Wibsey recorded 141 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Wibsey
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Wibsey recorded 113 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Wibsey
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Wibsey recorded 80 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 23% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Wibsey
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Wibsey recorded 53 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 58% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Wibsey
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Wibsey recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Wibsey
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Wibsey recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Wibsey
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Wibsey recorded 15 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 up 114% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Wibsey
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Wibsey recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Wibsey
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Wibsey recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Wibsey, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Wibsey.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Wibsey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Horton | 2,956 | 130.4 | +5% |
| Royds | 2,609 | 139.1 | +12% |
| Great Horton | 2,532 | 128.7 | +4% |
| Wyke | 2,063 | 127.4 | +3% |
| City | 9,880 | 383.0 | +210% |
| Clayton and Fairweather Green | 2,261 | 116.1 | -6% |
| Bowling and Barkerend | 3,993 | 169.0 | +37% |
| Tong | 4,221 | 200.4 | +62% |
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 Wibsey over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 88 |
| On or near Victoria Road | 66 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 61 |
| On or near Scholes Street | 55 |
| On or near Runswick Terrace | 39 |
| On or near Draughton Street | 34 |
| On or near B6380 | 31 |
| On or near Hydale Court | 30 |
| On or near Pearson Road (West) | 27 |
| On or near Beechwood Avenue | 25 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Wibsey 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 | 747 | 36.9% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 574 | 28.4% |
| Not recorded | 228 | 11.3% |
| Under investigation | 156 | 7.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 109 | 5.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 71 | 3.5% |
| Local resolution | 47 | 2.3% |
| Court result unavailable | 32 | 1.6% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 25 | 1.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 15 | 0.7% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 15 | 0.7% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.2% |
Wibsey has an estimated population of 16,354. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Wibsey sits in decile 2.3, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Wibsey |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 22.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 62.9% |
| Social rented homes | 13.8% |
| Private rented homes | 23.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.3 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 30.8% |
Is Wibsey a safe place to live?
Wibsey recorded 123.7 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 Wibsey?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 773 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (228).
Is crime in Wibsey going up or down?
Recorded crime in Wibsey was down 6% on the year before: 2,023 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 2,143 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Wibsey?
Wibsey 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 Wibsey. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.