Crime in Worth Valley: statistics, rates and trends
971 crimes were recorded in Worth Valley in the 12 months to July 2026, 66.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 8% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Worth Valley at a glance
- Crime trends in Worth Valley
- Types of crime in Worth Valley
- Worth Valley compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Worth Valley
- What happened after crimes were reported in Worth Valley
- Population and deprivation in Worth Valley
- Questions about crime in Worth Valley
- About this data
971 crimes were recorded in Worth Valley in the 12 months to July 2026, 66.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 8% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 355 reports (37% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Worth Valley has the 2,368th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Worth Valley | Bradford | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 971 | 73,156 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 66.6 | 129.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -8% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 14,581 | 563,605 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Worth Valley was highest in the year to July 2022 (1,218 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (959). Over the whole period it fell 10%, 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 | 971 | 66.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,058 | 72.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 959 | 65.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,046 | 71.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,218 | 83.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,127 | 77.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,009 | 69.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,046 | 71.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,073 | 73.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 102 |
| June 2026 | 92 |
| May 2026 | 72 |
| April 2026 | 93 |
| March 2026 | 83 |
| February 2026 | 75 |
| January 2026 | 63 |
| December 2025 | 65 |
| November 2025 | 85 |
| October 2025 | 67 |
| September 2025 | 82 |
| August 2025 | 92 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Worth Valley 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 burglary, vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+22%) and other crime (+12%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-46%) and other theft (-36%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 355 | 24.3 | 0.71 | -11% |
| Burglary | 122 | 8.4 | 2.37 | -7% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 101 | 6.9 | 0.45 | -15% |
| Vehicle crime | 98 | 6.7 | 1.36 | +22% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 78 | 5.3 | 0.79 | +11% |
| Public order | 68 | 4.7 | 0.70 | +1% |
| Other theft | 46 | 3.2 | 0.49 | -36% |
| Shoplifting | 34 | 2.3 | 0.28 | -46% |
| Other crime | 28 | 1.9 | 0.91 | +12% |
| Drugs | 26 | 1.8 | 0.55 | +37% |
| Robbery | 7 | 0.5 | 0.36 | +40% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.2 | 0.25 | -25% |
| Theft from the person | 3 | 0.2 | 0.12 | +200% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.1 | 0.14 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Worth Valley
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Worth Valley recorded 355 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (24.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 36.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Worth Valley
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Worth Valley recorded 122 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 12.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Worth Valley
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Worth Valley recorded 101 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 15% on the year before. It made up 10.4% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Worth Valley
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Worth Valley recorded 98 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 10.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Worth Valley
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Worth Valley recorded 78 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Worth Valley
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Worth Valley recorded 68 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Worth Valley
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Worth Valley recorded 46 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Worth Valley
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Worth Valley recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 46% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Worth Valley
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Worth Valley recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Worth Valley
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Worth Valley recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 37% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Worth Valley
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Worth Valley recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 40% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Worth Valley
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Worth Valley 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 25% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Worth Valley
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Worth Valley recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Worth Valley
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Worth Valley recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Worth Valley, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Worth Valley.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Worth Valley |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keighley West | 2,076 | 119.0 | +79% |
| Keighley Central | 3,479 | 190.1 | +185% |
| Bingley Rural | 1,517 | 77.9 | +17% |
| Keighley East | 1,684 | 93.9 | +41% |
| Bingley | 1,500 | 82.8 | +24% |
| Thornton and Allerton | 2,275 | 117.4 | +76% |
| Craven | 1,075 | 58.5 | -12% |
| Heaton | 2,056 | 102.1 | +53% |
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 Worth Valley over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 38 |
| On or near B6142 | 19 |
| On or near Station Road | 18 |
| On or near Ash Street | 16 |
| On or near Harewood Crescent | 15 |
| On or near Clough Gate | 14 |
| On or near Elm Street | 14 |
| On or near Parking Area | 14 |
| On or near Brow Top Road | 13 |
| On or near Butt Lane | 12 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Worth Valley 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 | 393 | 40.5% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 278 | 28.6% |
| Not recorded | 101 | 10.4% |
| Under investigation | 90 | 9.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 30 | 3.1% |
| Local resolution | 26 | 2.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 20 | 2.1% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 16 | 1.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 7 | 0.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 0.6% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.2% |
Worth Valley has an estimated population of 14,581. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Worth Valley sits in decile 6.0, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Worth Valley |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.6% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 77.5% |
| Social rented homes | 3.7% |
| Private rented homes | 18.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.0 |
Is Worth Valley a safe place to live?
Worth Valley recorded 66.6 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 Worth Valley?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 355 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by burglary (122).
Is crime in Worth Valley going up or down?
Recorded crime in Worth Valley was down 8% on the year before: 971 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,058 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Worth Valley?
Worth Valley 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 Worth Valley. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.