Barugh Green and Redbrook Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Barugh Green and Redbrook, a built-up area within Barnsley, recorded a crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents in July 2025, placing it 41.9% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, reflects a 9.6% increase from June’s rate of 4.6, a shift that may be influenced by the seasonal dynamics of the summer months. The most prevalent crimes in July were violence and sexual offences (38.2% of total incidents) and anti-social behaviour (32.4%), both of which are consistent with the area’s historical patterns. The presence of violence-related crimes, despite being 38% below the UK average, suggests that local factors—such as the area’s proximity to Barnsley’s urban core and its role as a commuter suburb—may contribute to these incidents. Anti-social behaviour, while slightly above the UK average, is likely tied to increased social interactions during the school holidays and festivals that draw visitors to the region. Meanwhile, shoplifting, though a minor component of the crime mix (8.8%), saw a dramatic 100% increase from June, a change that could be linked to the influx of tourists during the peak summer season. These trends illustrate the combination of local demographics, seasonal activity, and crime patterns, even in an area that generally maintains lower rates than the national average.

The most striking change in July 2025 was the 100% increase in burglary, public order offences, and shoplifting compared to June. This surge in property-related crimes may partly explain the overall 9.6% rise in the area’s crime rate. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 38.2% of all crimes, saw a 7.1% decrease, though they remain 38% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, was 3% above the UK average, a minor deviation that could reflect local social dynamics. Shoplifting rose sharply from zero to three incidents, a figure that is 38% below the UK average but warrants attention given its sudden emergence. These shifts highlight the volatility of crime patterns in the area, particularly during the summer months when tourism and festivals may influence activity levels.

July 2025 saw a 9.6% increase in the crime rate compared to June, rising from 4.6 to 5.0 per 1,000 residents. This upward shift, though modest, suggests a slight intensification of criminal activity during the summer months. Locally, the average resident faced a 1-in-200 chance of being involved in a reported crime over the course of the month, a figure that contextualizes the scale of incidents within the community. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day, a statistic that, while low, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance. When compared to the UK average, the area remains significantly safer, with its crime rate 41.9% below the national figure. However, the rise from June to July may reflect seasonal pressures, such as increased foot traffic during festivals or the influx of visitors drawn to local events. This shift also highlights the importance of localized factors in shaping crime patterns, even within areas that generally maintain lower rates than the national average.