Bolton upon Dearne Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Bolton upon Dearne, 7.7 crimes were recorded in November 2023 — 2.7% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This rate translates to roughly one reported crime for every 130 residents over the course of the month. The crime profile reveals a stark focus on interpersonal and public order issues, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 40.7% of all incidents, followed by public order (18.6%) and criminal damage and arson (17.0%). These figures are consistent with the seasonal rhythm of November, which brings darker evenings, the commercial rush of Black Friday shopping, and the community event of Bonfire Night. While the overall rate is slightly above the UK average, the mix of crime types suggests a different pattern than the national trend — violent crime, in particular, is 20% higher than the UK average for this category. The dominance of violence and public order offences may reflect the area’s character as a built-up area within Barnsley, where high streets and local amenities create environments conducive to such incidents. The timing of November, with its limited daylight and increased foot traffic during shopping events, likely contributes to the elevated rates of public order and violent crime. However, the relatively low rates of vehicle crime (80% below UK average) and drug-related offences (50% below UK average) indicate that other factors, such as reduced car usage during colder weather or lower demand for illicit substances, may also play a role in shaping the local crime picture.

November 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to October. Violent crimes decreased by 7.7%, dropping from 26 to 24, a change that may reflect the seasonal cooling of tensions or the impact of local initiatives during the month. Conversely, other crime and other theft both doubled, increasing by 100% from zero to two incidents each, suggesting the emergence of new or previously unreported categories of criminal activity. Burglary also rose by 50%, from two to three, potentially linked to the darker evenings of November, which may limit natural surveillance in residential areas. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell sharply by 87.5%, from eight to one, a decline that could be tied to reduced car usage during colder weather or improved security measures at local car parks. The breakdown of crime types reveals stark contrasts with the UK average — public order offences are 164% above the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 33% below. These discrepancies highlight the unique pressures on Bolton upon Dearne’s built-up area, where public spaces may be more prone to disorder due to high foot traffic and community events. A resident might find the 2.7% UK comparison particularly relevant, as it underscores the need for targeted local strategies to address the area’s specific challenges.

The crime rate in Bolton upon Dearne dropped by 4.8% from October’s 8.1 per 1,000 to 7.7 per 1,000 in November, a decline that may reflect the seasonal shift towards colder weather, which often reduces outdoor activity and associated crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day in November, a figure that, while not negligible, is manageable for a community of 7,699 residents. Over the course of the month, the monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 130 residents provides a tangible sense of the risk faced by individuals — a statistic that, when contextualised against the UK average, shows the area is slightly more prone to crime than the national trend. However, the population-scaled perspective reveals that the rate is not excessively high; for a built-up area, 7.7 per 1,000 is a moderate figure that could be influenced by local factors such as the density of public spaces and the timing of community events. The comparison to the UK average also highlights the importance of localised strategies, as the area’s elevated public order and violent crime rates suggest a need for tailored approaches to address these specific challenges, distinct from the broader national context.