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Is Bradford On Avon Rural Safe?

Crime statistics for Bradford On Avon Rural. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 24 months: February 2024 – January 2026 448 crimes
61 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

448 Crimes (last 24 months)
48.4% Resolution Rate (last 24m) !
↑28.6% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 24 months — 448 total crimes recorded in Bradford On Avon Rural

Violent Crime
166 37.1%
Anti-Social Behaviour
100 22.3%
Other Theft
50 11.2%
Burglary
38 8.5%
Criminal Damage & Arson
27 6%
Public Order
26 5.8%
Vehicle Crime
15 3.3%
Other Crime
12 2.7%
Drugs
8 1.8%
Possession of Weapons
4 0.9%
Robbery
1 0.2%
Bicycle Theft
1 0.2%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Bradford On Avon Rural — last 24 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bradford On Avon Rural safe?

Bradford On Avon Rural has a CrimeRadar safety score of 61/100, rated Average. 252 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Bradford On Avon Rural has an average crime level for the UK.

How many crimes were recorded in Bradford On Avon Rural in the last 12 months?

252 crimes were recorded in Bradford On Avon Rural in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 28.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (196 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Bradford On Avon Rural?

The most common crime in Bradford On Avon Rural is Violent Crime, with 166 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 65.9% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Bradford On Avon Rural increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Bradford On Avon Rural is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 28.6% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.

What is the safety score for Bradford On Avon Rural?

Bradford On Avon Rural has a safety score of 61 out of 100 (Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Bradford On Avon Rural compare to the Wiltshire Police average?

Bradford On Avon Rural has a safety score of 61/100, while the Wiltshire Police force area average is 45/100. Bradford On Avon Rural is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Bradford On Avon Rural?

48.4% of crimes in Bradford On Avon Rural resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in Bradford On Avon Rural?

166 violent crimes were recorded in Bradford On Avon Rural in the last 12 months, representing 65.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 100 incidents.

When was the crime data for Bradford On Avon Rural last updated?

The crime data for Bradford On Avon Rural was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Bradford On Avon Rural with other areas?

You can compare Bradford On Avon Rural with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.