Bolton upon Dearne Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Bolton upon Dearne's crime profile in June 2023, accounting for 43.1% of all reported incidents. With a crime rate of 9.4 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 10.6% above the UK average of 8.5. This stark contrast to the national trend underscores the unique challenges faced by this built-up area within Barnsley. The prevalence of violent crime—31 incidents in total—suggests a combination of local factors. Seasonal shifts may contribute to this pattern, as June marks the beginning of summer, when increased outdoor activity and longer daylight hours could influence crime dynamics. The area's crime picture is further shaped by its character as a post-industrial town with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, which may create environments conducive to certain types of offences. Vehicle crime is 113% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area's transportation infrastructure or parking arrangements. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of anti-social behaviour (5.6 per 1,000) compared to the UK average of 1.5 per 1,000 suggests that community engagement or local policing efforts may be effective in addressing certain types of disorder. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—may also influence crime patterns, with tourism and leisure activities impacting both violent and property crime rates. However, the absence of a direct causal link between these factors and the observed statistics means that further analysis is required to fully understand the underlying trends.

June 2023 witnessed a dramatic 300% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from one to four incidents. This sharp rise may partly explain the overall crime rate remaining 10.6% above the UK average. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson incidents jumped 133.3%, from three to seven, suggesting heightened activity in public spaces or targeted vandalism. In contrast, burglary fell by two-thirds (66.7%), dropping from six to two incidents, a decline that aligns with seasonal shifts as summer begins. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 55.6%, from nine to four reports, potentially reflecting changes in community activity patterns. Vehicle crime remains 113% above the UK average at 1.0 per 1,000, a figure that may relate to local infrastructure or transportation networks.

June 2023 saw a 7.7% decrease in Bolton upon Dearne's crime rate, falling from 10.1 to 9.4 per 1,000 residents. This brings the area closer to the UK average of 8.5.6% above. Daily crime activity averaged roughly two incidents per day, a figure that may help residents contextualise the pace of reported incidents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 107 residents, a ratio that highlights the relative frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When compared to the previous month, the shift in crime mix is notable: violent crimes, which account for 43.1% of total reports, remain the dominant category, while burglary fell sharply by 66.7%. This contrast may reflect seasonal patterns, as June marks the start of summer when outdoor activity increases, altering crime dynamics in public spaces.