WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: West Yorkshire Police Police

Crime in Eccleshill, Bradford

Comprehensive safety analysis for Eccleshill, localized within Bradford.

Total Crimes

233
trending_down -4.1% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

139.25per 1k
trending_down -1.1% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

High Risk

Total Population

20,330

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Safety Heatmap

Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences98
Anti-social Behaviour31
Criminal Damage & Arson30
Public Order20
Shoplifting17
Drug Offences14
Other Theft7
Other Crime6
Vehicle Crime6
Burglary3
Robbery1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Supermarket Map
Shoplifting: 13Violence and sexual offences: 5Public order: 2
20
On or near Fagley Lane Map
Violence and sexual offences: 5Public order: 3Criminal damage and arson: 3
12
On or near Ravenscliffe Avenue Map
Violence and sexual offences: 5Public order: 2
7
On or near Lambourne Avenue Map
Criminal damage and arson: 6Public order: 1
7
On or near Larwood Drive Map
Violence and sexual offences: 4Drugs: 1
5
On or near Supermarket Map
Anti-social behaviour: 4
4
On or near Kimberwicke Walk Map
Anti-social behaviour: 3Shoplifting: 1
4
On or near Eccles Court Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3Criminal damage and arson: 1
4
On or near Ferriby Close Map
Violence and sexual offences: 4
4
On or near Petrol Station Map
Other theft: 2Shoplifting: 2
4

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City Ranking

Safety comparison within Bradford district.

Local Rank

#26safest in Bradford

National Safety

Top 6%Riskiest

City Average

122.6per 1k

Local Policing

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Local Priorities

Eccleshill Ward Area

  • ASB use of vehicles, both on road and off road.
  • Speeding in and around Eccleshill village.
  • Tackling ASB around Enterprise 5 Business Park

Issued: 21 Apr 2026

Idle and Thackley Ward Areas

  • ASB use of Off-Road Motorcycles/Quads, both on road and off road.
  • Anti-social behaviour in and around Idle Village.
  • Targeting drug use specifically Nitrous Oxide use.
     

Issued: 21 Apr 2026

Bradford Moor Ward Area

  • Antisocial vehicle use in open spaces and on public roads.
  • Reduce ASB around residential streets and park spaces. These areas include Attock Park and Seymour Park.
  • Antisocial behaviour and vagrancy at local shops and supermarkets.
  • To reduce the unlawful and antisocial use of fireworks within the ward area through targeted engagement, education, and proactive enforcement.
     

Issued: 20 Apr 2026

Status Update

  • A police contact point has been established at Abu Bakar Masjid, held every Friday at 1pm, to improve accessibility and engagement with local residents.
  • A police contact point has now been established at McDonalds , Thornbury. This is to allow residents to speak to local officers.

    Operational Response:

  • A targeted operation is underway to address antisocial vehicle use, including off-road bikes, electric bikes, and vehicles operated without valid documentation.
  • Residents are encouraged to report offenders and vehicle storage locations. Reports can be made anonymously and will assist in shaping enforcement activity.
  • A recent day of action with local council enforcement, DVSA and taxi licensing resulted in 12 vehicles being removed form the area for varying reasons. These include no tax or MOT, causing obstruction or abandoned.

 

Actioned: 20 Apr 2026

Bowling and Barkerend Ward Areas

  • Antisocial vehicle use in and around Bowling Park.
  • Target drug supply in the Barkerend area.
  • Proactive enforcement against drug use and drug dealing in the Henford Drive area.
  • To reduce the unlawful and antisocial use of fireworks within the ward area through targeted engagement, education, and proactive enforcement.
  • Work closely with local businesses and organisations to reduce antisocial use of vehicles and fireworks that cause an ongoing nuisance to local residents.
     

Issued: 20 Apr 2026

Status Update

Bradford East NPT remains committed to working in partnership with residents and stakeholders to address local concerns and improve community safety. We welcome information from the public to support our problem-solving efforts and encourage continued engagement through our contact points and online reporting channels.

Ongoing Action:

We will continue to patrol the area proactively and engage with local venues and residents to prevent further incidents. We are also exploring planning and licensing conditions with the local council to support long-term prevention.

Community Engagement:
We encourage residents to report concerns and provide information anonymously. Your input helps shape our response and keeps the community safe.

 

 

Little Horton Ward Areas

ASB & Drug Dealing – Marshfield Area

  • Reports of young males gathering, intimidating residents, and suspected drug activity.
  • Targeted patrols to develop intelligence.
  • Use of stop and search and arrests where appropriate.

ASB and Drug Dealing – St Stephens Road area

  • Strengthening relationships with local religious establishments.
  • Building trust and improving communication.
  • Encouraging community-led problem solving around ASB.
  • Increased proactivity in the area – recent disorder in the local area is under investigation by local officers.

Drug dealing and ASB – Little Horton Lane area

  • Continued disruption efforts following identification of emerging hot spot.
  • High-visibility patrols and partnership work to maintain impact.
  • Ongoing community engagement to guide future focus.

 

Issued: 17 Apr 2026

Status Update

  • Several recent charges for legacy work undertaken by BD East NPT Little Horton team – for drug supply in the Parkside area.
  • Several days of action with partner agencies with 30 plus vehicles recovered for no Tax or MOT.
  • New public meetings being launched in the area – 6 weekly Police and communities together meeting – check Community alert for details.

 

Actioned: 17 Apr 2026

Engagement Events

JUN15

Police Contact Point - Wright Watson Enterprise Centre, Thorp Garth, BD10 - 15/06/2026 at 1:00

meeting

Contact points are designed for PCSO’s to meet with the public in a safe environment and deliver crime prevention advice, listen to concerns, take crime reports & develop community intelligence whilst deterring potential crime from locality due to visible presence.

schedule

1:00 AM — 2:30 PM

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Wright Watson Enterprise Centre, Thorp Garth, Bradford

JUN17

Police Contact Point - The Lodge Cafe, Bowling Park Lodge, BD4 - 17/06/2026 at 11:00

meeting

Contact points are designed for PCSO’s to meet with the public in a safe environment and deliver crime prevention advice, listen to concerns, take crime reports & develop community intelligence whilst deterring potential crime from locality due to visible presence. 

schedule

11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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The Lodge Cafe, Bowling Park Lodge, Bowling Hall Road, Bradford

JUN18

Police Contact Point - The Thornbury Centre, 79 Leeds Old Road, BD3 - 18/06/2026 at 10:00

meeting

Contact points are designed for PCSO’s to meet with the public in a safe environment and deliver crime prevention advice, listen to concerns, take crime reports & develop community intelligence whilst deterring potential crime from locality due to visible presence. 

schedule

10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

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The Thornbury Centre, 79 Leeds Old Road, Bradford

JUN19

Police Contact Point - Woodroyd Centre, Woodroyd Road, BD5 - 19/06/2026 at 10:00

meeting

Contact points are designed for PCSO’s to meet with the public in a safe environment and deliver crime prevention advice, listen to concerns, take crime reports & develop community intelligence whilst deterring potential crime from locality due to visible presence. 

schedule

10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

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Woodroyd Centre, Woodroyd Road, Bradford

JUN19

Police Contact Point - Starbucks, 1179 Leeds Road, BD3 - 19/06/2026 at 17:00

meeting

Contact points are designed for PCSO’s to meet with the public in a safe environment and deliver crime prevention advice, listen to concerns, take crime reports & develop community intelligence whilst deterring potential crime from locality due to visible presence. 

schedule

5:00 PM — 6:00 PM

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Starbucks, 1179 Leeds Road, BRADFORD

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