Barugh Green and Redbrook Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 6,804 residents, 29 crimes in February 2024 equate to a crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 people—39.4% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This low rate contrasts with the UK's broader trend, suggesting unique local factors may contribute to the area's relatively safer profile. The most common crimes were burglary (17.2% of total), criminal damage and arson (13.8%), and shoplifting (13.8%), which together account for over a third of all reported incidents. February, a winter month with low outdoor activity, likely influences these patterns, as seasonal lulls often correlate with reduced opportunities for outdoor crimes. However, burglary and property crimes remain significant, with burglary rates in the area 133% above the UK average for this category. This discrepancy may reflect local characteristics, such as the built-up nature of the area within Barnsley, which could create concentrated risk zones for property crime despite the overall low rate. The absence of violent crimes above the UK average—violence and sexual offences were 76% below the national rate—suggests a community profile with lower levels of interpersonal conflict, though this may also be influenced by reporting practices or demographic factors. The crime picture illustrates a combination of seasonal dynamics and local geography, with property-focused crimes dominating the monthly tally.

February saw significant month-on-month changes, with burglary jumping by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents) and both criminal damage and shoplifting tripling in number (from 1 to 4 each). These spikes may be linked to seasonal factors, as February's pre-spring lull could see increased indoor activity or property-focused crimes during colder weather. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by two-thirds (from 6 to 2), reflecting reduced outdoor activity or fewer vehicles on the road during winter. The area's burglary rate of 0.7 per 1,000 (17.2% of total crimes) is 133% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, highlighting a specific vulnerability in property crime that contrasts with the overall low rate. Anti-social behaviour, however, was 43% below the UK average, suggesting community dynamics that may suppress such incidents despite the built-up nature of the area. For residents, the 150% increase in burglary is a concrete data point warranting attention, as it represents a sharp departure from January's figures and could signal emerging risks in specific locations. The balance of property crimes (17) versus violent crimes (4) also underscores a distinct crime mix, with property-focused offences dominating the monthly tally despite the area's overall safety compared to national averages.

The crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 in February 2024 represents a 26.0% increase from January's rate of 3.4 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day in February—a figure that, while seemingly low, may be amplified by the area's built-up nature and concentrated population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 235 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area well below the UK's broader context. This statistic, when viewed through a population-scaled lens, suggests that individual residents face a lower likelihood of experiencing crime compared to the national average. However, the 26% month-on-month rise indicates a shift in local dynamics, possibly influenced by seasonal transitions or changing patterns of activity. The area's relatively low crime rate, despite the surge in specific categories like burglary, highlights the importance of contextual factors such as population density and community characteristics. For someone living in Barugh Green and Redbrook, the monthly exposure figure of 1-in-235 residents provides a tangible measure of risk, though the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average, underscoring the area's unique position within the broader crime profile.