Barugh Green and Redbrook Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Barugh Green and Redbrook for June 2024 reveals a combination of violent and property offences, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 35.5% of all reported crimes. This figure, though significant, remains 42% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 for this category, suggesting a combination of local factors that may include effective policing or demographic characteristics. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common offence at 16.1%, has fallen sharply from previous months, potentially reflecting seasonal changes as the area transitions into summer. The presence of vehicle crime at 12.9%—33% above the UK average—points to specific vulnerabilities, linked to the built-up nature of the area and its proximity to Barnsley's transport networks. Public order and shoplifting, both down from May, illustrate a broader trend of declining non-violent crimes, though the 100% jump in bicycle theft raises concerns about targeted theft patterns. Seasonal factors may play a role, as the start of summer could influence both crime types: longer daylight hours may deter some crimes but also increase opportunities for vehicle-related offences. The overall crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000, 43.9% below the UK average, indicates that while the area faces challenges in certain categories, it remains significantly safer than the national benchmark. This profile suggests a need for targeted interventions in vehicle crime and bicycle theft, while the lower rates of violent crime may reflect the area's social fabric or the effectiveness of local community initiatives.

June 2024 witnessed a sharp 100% increase in bicycle theft, rising from zero to one reported incident. This spike contrasts with a 62.5% drop in shoplifting, which fell from eight to three cases. Vehicle crime also rose by 33.3%, climbing from three to four incidents, despite remaining 33% above the UK average for this category. The balance of crime types reveals a notable shift: violence and sexual offences (35.5%) now outpace property crimes, which accounted for 32.3% of total incidents. Anti-social behaviour decreased by 44.4%, from nine to five cases, suggesting potential improvements in community policing or seasonal factors. The 42% gap between the area's violence rate (1.6 per 1,000) and the UK average (2.8 per 1,000) highlights a persistent trend of lower violent crime in this part of Barnsley, though the 87% above-average 'other crime' rate raises questions about underreported or emerging issues.

Barugh Green and Redbrook's crime rate in June 2024 fell by 27.8% compared to May, marking a significant downward trend. The previous month's rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents has now dropped to 4.6 per 1,000, reflecting a shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime per day over June, a figure that, while low, underscores the sporadic nature of incidents in this built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 219 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of crime relative to the population of 6,804. This monthly exposure rate suggests that most residents are unlikely to experience crime directly, though the 33% above-average vehicle crime rate indicates specific vulnerabilities in this category. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the area is generally safer than the UK average, targeted interventions may still be necessary to address rising vehicle-related offences.