Crime Rate in Skipton West & West Craven: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Skipton West & West Craven

The total recorded crimes in Skipton West & West Craven, Craven, UK in July 2025 are around 50 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Skipton West & West Craven crime rate of 7.24 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 Skipton West & West Craven, encompassing approximately 6,904 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (19) incidents (72.73% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (-26.67% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
Skipton West & West Craven Crime Hotspots

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

  • Jubilee Close with total crimes: 7
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 4
  • Midland Street with total crimes: 4

How safe is Skipton West & West Craven?

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

  • Relative to Craven:

    • In 2024, Skipton West & West Craven reported a higher crime volume than the Craven average, with 629 crimes compared to 306. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Skipton West & West Craven witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 8 other areas in the Craven.

    • In 2023, Skipton West & West Craven experienced a greater number of crimes than the Craven average, with 472 crimes compared to 310. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Skipton West & West Craven witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 8 other areas in the Craven.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Craven, Skipton West & West Craven has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Skipton West & West Craven Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Skipton West & West Craven has recorded 50 crimes with crime rate of 7.24 ranking 1th out of 8 in the Craven, UK

In 2024, the total Skipton West & West Craven crimes were 629. The crime rate of Skipton West & West Craven in 2024 was 91.10 (year) or 7.59 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Craven.

In 2023, the total crimes in Skipton West & West Craven were around 472 crimes with yearly crime rate of 68.36 (year) or 5.70 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Craven.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Skipton West & West Craven)CrimesRank (Skipton West & West Craven)CrimesRank (Skipton West & West Craven)
Skipton East & South42 3376 2429 2
Glusburn, Cross Hills & Sutton-in-Craven42 2371 3364 4
Skipton North & Embsay-with-Eastby39 4341 4390 3
Bentham & Ingleton21 7302 5280 5
Aire Valley24 5229 6241 7
Settle & Penyghent23 6195 8263 6
Mid Craven15 8206 7223 8
Wharfedale11 9108 9128 9

Skipton West & West Craven Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

In January 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (2 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20252
April 20252
March 20252
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.88 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20255
April 20255
March 20251
October 20243
September 20246
August 20247

A total of 50 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20253
May 20256
April 20255
March 202511
October 20248
September 20246
August 20245

A total of 101 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 11.22 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 202511
May 20259
April 20259
March 202513
November 20242
October 20249
September 202412
August 202417

A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 26 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20254
April 20252
March 20253
October 20242
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 129 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 14.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202515
May 202516
April 202511
March 202519
January 20251
October 202421
September 202416
August 202419

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20253
March 20252
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
October 20241

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 21 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
April 20251
March 20256
October 20242
September 20241
August 20248

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
September 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Skipton West & West Craven in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Skipton West & West Craven postcode area is presented below.

1. Jubilee Close (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Midland Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Public order1
6. Shopping Area (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
7. Brooklands Terrace (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
9. Swan Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Branch Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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