Barugh Green and Redbrook Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2024, Barugh Green and Redbrook maintained a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents, 48.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This marked position reflects a combination of local characteristics and seasonal influences, with violent crimes (11 incidents) outnumbering property crimes (8 incidents) for the first time this year. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.7% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.8%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal conflicts and community disruptions, possibly linked to the return of students and staff to educational institutions after the summer break. The area’s crime profile is further shaped by its geographical context within Barnsley, where urban-rural interfaces often see fluctuations in crime patterns. Seasonal factors, such as the transition from summer to autumn, may contribute to the higher prevalence of violent crime, as evenings grow darker and social activities shift indoors. However, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, indicating effective local policing or community engagement initiatives. The rate of violence and sexual offences (1.6 per 1,000) is 39% below the UK average, a divergence that could be attributed to the area’s relatively stable population and limited exposure to high-risk environments. The lower incidence of property crimes compared to the UK average may also reflect a combination of proactive security measures and the absence of high-footfall retail areas that typically drive theft. These patterns underscore the importance of contextual analysis when interpreting crime statistics, ensuring that comparisons are made with due consideration to local demographics and environmental factors.

September 2024 saw a notable shift in the balance between property and violent crimes, with the latter dominating at 11 incidents compared to 8 property crimes. This contrast may reflect local dynamics, such as increased social interactions during the back-to-school season. Among month-on-month changes, criminal damage and arson rose by 100%, jumping from one to two incidents, a spike that could be linked to seasonal factors like increased outdoor activity or unseasonal weather. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 75%, from four to one incident, influenced by reduced traffic or heightened community vigilance. The rate of violence and sexual offences (1.6 per 1,000) was 39% below the UK average, a significant divergence that might indicate strong local policing or community cohesion. For residents, the 100% increase in criminal damage and arson serves as a specific area of concern, warranting attention to prevention strategies in public spaces.

The crime rate in Barugh Green and Redbrook for September 2024 stands at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a 20.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.0. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns often seen in September, as school and university terms begin, potentially reducing opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day, a figure that, while low, remains a local metric without a direct UK-wide comparison. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 252 residents, illustrating the relatively low frequency of incidents in a community of 6,804 people. When scaled to the population, this suggests that the likelihood of encountering crime in daily life remains minimal compared to broader UK trends. However, the drop from the previous month’s rate may also indicate the effectiveness of local initiatives or natural fluctuations in criminal activity during the transition from summer to autumn. The population context further emphasizes that even small changes in crime numbers can have a measurable impact on per capita rates, highlighting the importance of maintaining consistent monitoring and reporting.