The total recorded crimes in West Bradford & Grindleton, Ribble Valley, UK in May 2025 are around 6 as per the recent police data. This equates to a West Bradford & Grindleton crime rate of 137.30 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 West Bradford & Grindleton, encompassing approximately 43 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of West Bradford & Grindleton, we need to analyze West Bradford & Grindleton crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Ribble Valley:
In 2024, West Bradford & Grindleton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Ribble Valley average, with 47 crimes compared to 151.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, West Bradford & Grindleton recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 25 other areas in the Ribble Valley.
In 2023, West Bradford & Grindleton had fewer crimes than the Ribble Valley average, with 52 crimes compared to 129. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, West Bradford & Grindleton recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 25 other areas in the Ribble Valley.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Ribble Valley, West Bradford & Grindleton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.
In May 2025 the West Bradford & Grindleton has recorded 6 crimes with crime rate of 137.30 ranking 21th out of 25 in the Ribble Valley, UK
In 2024, the total West Bradford & Grindleton crimes were 47. The crime rate of West Bradford & Grindleton in 2024 was 1075.51 (year) or 89.63 (month) ranking it 25 dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.
In 2023, the total crimes in West Bradford & Grindleton were around 52 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1189.93 (year) or 99.16 (month) ranking 22 most dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.
| Area | May 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (West Bradford & Grindleton) | Crimes | Rank (West Bradford & Grindleton) | Crimes | Rank (West Bradford & Grindleton) | |
| Littlemoor | 33 | 4 | 403 | 1 | 347 | 1 |
| Derby & Thornley | 40 | 1 | 377 | 2 | 324 | 2 |
| Salthill | 38 | 2 | 308 | 4 | 263 | 4 |
| Primrose | 37 | 3 | 357 | 3 | 292 | 3 |
| Edisford & Low Moor | 11 | 12 | 184 | 8 | 223 | 5 |
| Whalley Nethertown | 16 | 8 | 280 | 5 | 184 | 6 |
| Alston & Hothersall | 25 | 5 | 169 | 10 | 150 | 8 |
| Hurst Green & Whitewell | 18 | 7 | 189 | 6 | 150 | 7 |
| Billington & Langho | 20 | 6 | 131 | 12 | 111 | 12 |
| Wilpshire & Ramsgreave | 10 | 15 | 186 | 7 | 120 | 11 |
| St Mary's | 6 | 19 | 120 | 13 | 143 | 9 |
| Wiswell & Barrow | 12 | 10 | 177 | 9 | 142 | 10 |
| East Whalley, Read & Simonstone | 12 | 9 | 99 | 14 | 77 | 16 |
| Dilworth | 11 | 13 | 142 | 11 | 87 | 15 |
| Brockhall & Dinckley | 11 | 11 | 74 | 18 | 63 | 20 |
| Sabden | 3 | 23 | 93 | 16 | 96 | 13 |
| Whalley & Painter Wood | 10 | 14 | 94 | 15 | 94 | 14 |
| Ribchester | 8 | 16 | 55 | 23 | 53 | 21 |
| Chipping | 3 | 24 | 43 | 26 | 72 | 17 |
| Gisburn & Rimington | NA | NA | 76 | 17 | 71 | 19 |
| Chatburn | 8 | 17 | 70 | 20 | 41 | 25 |
| Mellor | 7 | 18 | 73 | 19 | 71 | 18 |
| Clayton-le-Dale & Salesbury | 6 | 20 | 68 | 21 | 48 | 23 |
| Bowland | 5 | 22 | 65 | 22 | 45 | 24 |
| Waddington, Bashall Eaves & Mitton | 3 | 25 | 48 | 24 | 37 | 26 |
In May 2025, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (2 incidents) also being high.
February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (1 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (1 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
In September 2024, Anti-social behaviour recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2
In August 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2
July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (2 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 19 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 4 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 4 |
A total of 8 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
A total of 3 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
A total of 13 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 2 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 4 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A total of 2 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | 2 |
A total of 2 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | 2 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the West Bradford & Grindleton postcode area is presented below.