Crime in Wyke: statistics, rates and trends
2,063 crimes were recorded in Wyke in the 12 months to July 2026, 127.4 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before.
2,063 crimes were recorded in Wyke in the 12 months to July 2026, 127.4 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 871 reports (42% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Wyke has the 724th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Wyke | Bradford | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 2,063 | 73,156 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 127.4 | 129.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -5% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 16,198 | 563,605 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Wyke was highest in the year to July 2018 (2,823 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (2,063). Over the whole period it fell 27%, 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 | 2,063 | 127.4 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 2,168 | 133.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 2,201 | 135.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 2,351 | 145.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 2,277 | 140.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,267 | 140.0 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 2,365 | 146.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 2,502 | 154.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 2,823 | 174.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 179 |
| June 2026 | 149 |
| May 2026 | 171 |
| April 2026 | 187 |
| March 2026 | 208 |
| February 2026 | 158 |
| January 2026 | 172 |
| December 2025 | 153 |
| November 2025 | 143 |
| October 2025 | 164 |
| September 2025 | 176 |
| August 2025 | 203 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Wyke 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 drugs (+47%) and vehicle crime (+42%). The largest falls were in robbery (-43%) and public order (-28%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 871 | 53.8 | 1.57 | -13% |
| Vehicle crime | 252 | 15.6 | 3.16 | +42% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 165 | 10.2 | 1.50 | -2% |
| Burglary | 158 | 9.8 | 2.76 | +4% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 147 | 9.1 | 0.59 | -10% |
| Public order | 111 | 6.9 | 1.03 | -28% |
| Other theft | 103 | 6.4 | 0.99 | -19% |
| Other crime | 82 | 5.1 | 2.40 | +28% |
| Drugs | 78 | 4.8 | 1.47 | +47% |
| Shoplifting | 63 | 3.9 | 0.47 | -3% |
| Possession of weapons | 12 | 0.7 | 0.76 | +71% |
| Robbery | 12 | 0.7 | 0.55 | -43% |
| Theft from the person | 5 | 0.3 | 0.18 | -67% |
| Bicycle theft | 4 | 0.2 | 0.30 | +33% |
Violence and sexual offences in Wyke
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Wyke recorded 871 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (53.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 42.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Wyke
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Wyke recorded 252 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 42% on the year before. It made up 12.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Wyke
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Wyke recorded 165 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 down 2% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Wyke
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Wyke recorded 158 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 7.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Wyke
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Wyke recorded 147 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 7.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Wyke
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Wyke recorded 111 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 28% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Wyke
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Wyke recorded 103 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Wyke
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Wyke recorded 82 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 28% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Wyke
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Wyke recorded 78 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 47% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Wyke
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Wyke recorded 63 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 3% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Wyke
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Wyke recorded 12 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 71% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Wyke
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Wyke recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 43% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Wyke
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Wyke recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Wyke
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Wyke recorded 4 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 up 33% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Wyke, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Wyke.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Wyke |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wibsey | 2,023 | 123.7 | -3% |
| Royds | 2,609 | 139.1 | +9% |
| Little Horton | 2,956 | 130.4 | +2% |
| Great Horton | 2,532 | 128.7 | +1% |
| Tong | 4,221 | 200.4 | +57% |
| City | 9,880 | 383.0 | +201% |
| Bowling and Barkerend | 3,993 | 169.0 | +33% |
| Queensbury | 1,210 | 78.6 | -38% |
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 Wyke over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Lower Wyke Green | 51 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 48 |
| On or near Besha Grove | 41 |
| On or near Hatton Close | 40 |
| On or near Wainman Street | 39 |
| On or near Whytecote End | 38 |
| On or near St Mary'S Drive | 37 |
| On or near Clay Hill Drive | 36 |
| On or near High Fernley Road | 35 |
| On or near Bluebell Square | 31 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Wyke 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 | 756 | 36.6% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 716 | 34.7% |
| Under investigation | 159 | 7.7% |
| Not recorded | 147 | 7.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 78 | 3.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 51 | 2.5% |
| Local resolution | 41 | 2.0% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 40 | 1.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 30 | 1.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 22 | 1.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 13 | 0.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 9 | 0.4% |
Wyke has an estimated population of 16,198. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Wyke sits in decile 3.7, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Wyke |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.6% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 68.7% |
| Social rented homes | 11.9% |
| Private rented homes | 19.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.7 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 22.1% |
Is Wyke a safe place to live?
Wyke recorded 127.4 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 Wyke?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 871 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by vehicle crime (252).
Is crime in Wyke going up or down?
Recorded crime in Wyke was down 5% on the year before: 2,063 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 2,168 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Wyke?
Wyke 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 Wyke. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.