Barugh Green and Redbrook Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

April 2023 marked a continued decline in crime for Barugh Green and Redbrook, with an overall rate of 5.7 crimes per 1,000 residents. This figure represents a 24.0% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, reflecting a safer environment than the national trend. The area’s crime profile in April was dominated by violence and sexual offences (30.8% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (28.2%) and shoplifting (10.3%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of spring, when increased outdoor activity and Easter-related events may drive certain types of crime. The rate of violence and sexual offences in the area was 31% below the UK average, a figure consistent with the relatively low population density and quieter community dynamics typical of this built-up area within Barnsley. However, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting both showed deviations from national averages, with the former exceeding the UK rate by 36% and the latter by 25%. These disparities may reflect local factors such as the proximity to retail hubs or the influence of transient populations during the Easter period. The overall crime rate’s downward trajectory suggests that community-focused initiatives or seasonal factors may be contributing to a safer environment, though the absence of specific data on interventions means these conclusions remain tentative. The area’s position as a semi-rural built-up zone within Barnsley likely plays a role in its distinct crime profile, with lower levels of violent crime offset by higher incidences of anti-social behaviour and property-related offences.

April 2023 brought a 15.2% month-on-month reduction in crime for Barugh Green and Redbrook, with the overall rate falling from 6.8 to 5.7 per 1,000 residents. This decline was most pronounced in violent crime, which dropped by 45.5% compared to March, though this trend was offset by a 100% increase in public order offences and a 100% rise in other theft. The shift in crime mix highlights a notable contrast: while violent crime fell sharply, anti-social behaviour surged by 83.3%, suggesting a possible reallocation of policing resources or changes in community dynamics during the Easter period. The area’s anti-social behaviour rate of 1.6 per 1,000 residents was 36% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may be linked to the built-up nature of the area and the potential for heightened tensions during seasonal festivals. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 75.0% compared to March, a drop that could be attributed to reduced traffic during the Easter holiday or the impact of local initiatives targeting vehicle-related offences. The rate of violence and sexual offences in the area (1.8 per 1,000) was 31% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area’s lower population density and more tightly knit community structures. These findings underscore the importance of contextual analysis when interpreting crime statistics, as local factors such as geography, seasonality, and community engagement can significantly influence crime patterns.

The crime rate in Barugh Green and Redbrook for April 2023 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, a 15.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.8. This decline positions the area as one of the safer regions in the UK, with its crime rate 24.0% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in April, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 174 residents. This statistic, while providing a local context, does not account for variations in population density or policing strategies that might influence crime reporting. The comparison to the UK average reveals that Barugh Green and Redbrook’s lower crime rate is not uniform across all categories: while violence and sexual offences were significantly below the national average, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting exceeded it. This divergence suggests that local factors, such as the proximity to retail centres or the influence of seasonal events, may be driving certain crime types. The area’s population of 6,804 residents means that each resident faces a proportionally lower risk of experiencing a violent crime compared to the UK average, though the higher rates of anti-social behaviour and property-related offences indicate that residents may still encounter specific challenges. These comparisons highlight the importance of understanding crime statistics within the broader context of local demographics and geographic characteristics, as the same crime rate can have vastly different implications depending on the community in question.