Crime in Idle and Thackley, Bradford
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| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Stanley Street Map | Drugs: 3Criminal damage and arson: 3Burglary: 1 | 9 |
| On or near Idlethorp Way Map | Anti-social behaviour: 6Criminal damage and arson: 2 | 8 |
| On or near Fairhaven Green Map | Violence and sexual offences: 4Criminal damage and arson: 2 | 6 |
| On or near Parkland Drive Map | Anti-social behaviour: 6 | 6 |
| On or near Birchwood Gardens Map | Anti-social behaviour: 3Public order: 2 | 5 |
| On or near Meadow Croft Close Map | Anti-social behaviour: 4 | 4 |
| On or near Redwood Close Map | Other crime: 2Other theft: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Myers Close Map | Robbery: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Far Crook Map | Drugs: 1Shoplifting: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Dawson Street Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 2 |
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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
Police Contact Point - Eccleshill Library, Bolton Road, BD2 - 14/07/2026 at 09:00
meetingContact 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.
9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Eccleshill Library, Bolton Road, Bradford
Police Contact Point - Idle Lounge Coffee House, 22 Albion Road, BD10 - 16/07/2026
meetingContact 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.
10:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Idle Lounge Coffee House, 22 Albion Road , Bradford
Police Contact Point - B & M Stores, Kings Road, BD2 - 16/07/2026 at 17:00
meetingContact 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.
5:00 PM — 6:00 PM
B & M Stores, Kings Road, BRADFORD
Police Contact Point - McDonalds Thornbury, Leeds Road, BD3 - 17/07/2026 at 12:00
meetingContact 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.
12:00 PM — 1:00 PM
McDonalds Thornbury, 1003 Leeds Road, Thornbury, BRADFORD
Police Contact Point - Co-Op Food, 55 Bradford Road, Thorpe Garth, BD10 - 17/07/2026 at 18:00
meetingContact 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.
6:00 PM — 7:00 PM
Co-Op Food, 55 Bradford Road, Thorpe Garth, Idle, BRADFORD
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