Bolton upon Dearne Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Bolton upon Dearne’s crime profile in June 2024, accounting for 35.6% of all reported crimes. At 5.8 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area’s overall crime rate is 29.3% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, a significant divergence that reflects local patterns distinct from national trends. The breakdown reveals a stark contrast between violent crime (16 incidents) and property crime (20 incidents), with the former being 24% below the UK average for this category. This imbalance may partly explain the area’s lower overall rate, as violent crime often generates more immediate public concern than property offences. Seasonal factors could also play a role, as June marks the start of summer, a period typically associated with increased outdoor activity and community engagement in built-up areas like Bolton upon Dearne. However, whether seasonal shifts directly influenced the distribution of crime types this month. The prominence of violence and sexual offences suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk settings, such as public spaces or areas with transient populations. Meanwhile, property crimes like burglary and criminal damage remain persistent, albeit at rates that are 67% and 48% above the UK average respectively, indicating local vulnerabilities that warrant further analysis.

June 2024 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime (+200%), other theft (+200%), and burglary (+100%) compared to May, while anti-social behaviour fell by 69.2% and violence and sexual offences decreased by 33.3%. These shifts suggest a notable reallocation of criminal activity, with property-related offences rising despite an overall decline in violent crime. The surge in vehicle crime could be linked to summer travel patterns or increased unattended vehicles in residential areas. Conversely, the steep drop in anti-social behaviour may reflect the impact of local initiatives or seasonal changes in community dynamics. Bolton upon Dearne’s violence and sexual offences rate (2.1 per 1,000) is 24% below the UK average, a figure that contrasts with the 48% increase in criminal damage and arson, which is 0.6 per 1,000 nationally. This divergence highlights the area’s unique crime profile, where violent crime remains a focal concern but property-related offences are elevated. Residents may find the 100% increase in burglary particularly noteworthy, as it represents a doubling of incidents compared to the previous month, signaling a need for enhanced security measures in vulnerable properties.

Bolton upon Dearne’s crime rate in June 2024 (5.8 per 1,000) marks a 30.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.4 per 1,000, reflecting a significant downward trend over a short period. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in June, a figure that, while modest, underscores the ongoing presence of criminal activity in a built-up area with a population of 7,699. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 171 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average but still indicates that no resident is entirely immune to crime. This 1-in-171 figure provides a tangible perspective for local residents, illustrating the relative safety of the area while also highlighting the necessity of continued vigilance. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Bolton upon Dearne’s crime rate is not only below the UK average but also shows a marked improvement from May, suggesting that recent efforts—whether through policing, community engagement, or environmental factors—may have contributed to this decline. However, the exact causes of this reduction, leaving room for further investigation into the factors that may have driven this month’s changes.