Crime Rate in Aire Valley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Aire Valley

The total recorded crimes in Aire Valley, Craven, UK in March 2025 are around 22 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Aire Valley crime rate of 60.61 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Aire Valley, encompassing approximately 363 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Aire Valley Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Woodfield Drive with total crimes: 3
  • with total crimes: 2
  • Crag Lane with total crimes: 2

How safe is Aire Valley?

To understand the safety of Aire Valley, we need to analyze Aire Valley crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Craven:

    • In 2024, Aire Valley demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Craven average, with 229 crimes compared to 306.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Aire Valley recorded fewer crimes than 5 out of 8 other cities.

    • In 2023, Aire Valley had fewer crimes than the Craven average, with 241 crimes compared to 310. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Aire Valley recorded fewer crimes than 6 out of 8 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Craven, Aire Valley has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Aire Valley Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Aire Valley has recorded 22 crimes with crime rate of 60.61 ranking 6th out of 8 in the Craven, UK

In 2024, the total Aire Valley crimes were 229. The crime rate of Aire Valley in 2024 was 630.85 (year) or 52.57 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Craven.

In 2023, the total crimes in Aire Valley were around 241 crimes with yearly crime rate of 663.91 (year) or 55.33 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Craven.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Craven)CrimesRank (Craven)CrimesRank (Craven)
Skipton West & West Craven57 1629 1472 1
Skipton East & South25 5376 2429 2
Skipton North & Embsay-with-Eastby51 2341 4390 3
Glusburn, Cross Hills & Sutton-in-Craven25 4371 3364 4
Settle & Penyghent26 3195 8263 6
Bentham & Ingleton18 7302 5280 5
Mid Craven16 8206 7223 8
Wharfedale9 9108 9128 9

Aire Valley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

In December 2024, Public order recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (1 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 28 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
October 20245
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 20246
May 20244

A total of 15 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
October 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20245
April 20241

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 67 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 8.38 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
October 20246
September 202414
August 202410
July 20244
June 202410
May 20245
April 20249

A total of 7 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20242
August 20242
June 20242

A total of 13 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
October 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20242
September 20241
August 20244
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Aire Valley in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Aire Valley postcode area is presented below.

1. Woodfield Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
2. (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
3. Crag Lane (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
5. College Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Browns Court (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. High Bank (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Bright Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Priest Bank Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Supermarket (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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