Bolton upon Dearne Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In Bolton upon Dearne, the per-capita crime rate for November 2024 stands at 6.4 crimes per 1,000 residents, placing the area 15.8% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly 2 crimes occurring within the built-up area, with one reported crime affecting approximately every 157 residents over the course of the month. The most common crime category remains violence and sexual offences, accounting for 30.6% of total incidents (15 cases) and sitting at 2.0 per 1,000, 22% below the UK average. This pattern aligns with the area’s character as a mixed residential and industrial locality, where late-night activity and seasonal factors like Bonfire Night may contribute to higher reports of violent incidents. Property crimes, though lower in absolute terms than violent crimes, still dominate the second and third most common categories: criminal damage and arson (9 cases, 1.2 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (9 cases, 1.2 per 1,000). The latter category’s rate is 8% above the UK average, possibly reflecting the area’s proximity to community hubs where public interactions are frequent. November’s darker evenings and Black Friday shopping activity may have heightened tensions in public spaces. Shoplifting and public order offences saw significant declines, with shoplifting down 50% from 2 to 1 case and public order offences falling by two-thirds. These reductions could be attributed to increased police presence around Bonfire Night or seasonal changes in consumer behaviour.

November 2024 saw stark fluctuations in crime types compared to October. Other theft rose by 400% (from 1 to 5 cases), marking the most dramatic increase, while other crime also surged by 200% (from 1 to 3 cases). These jumps may reflect unseasonal spikes in opportunistic crimes linked to Black Friday shopping or temporary disruptions in local security measures. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 50% (from 2 to 1 case), and public order offences dropped by two-thirds (from 3 to 1 case), potentially due to heightened community vigilance or targeted policing during Bonfire Night. The area’s violent crime rate (2.0 per 1,000) remains 22% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may stem from the built-up area’s relatively stable residential demographics. However, criminal damage and arson (1.2 per 1,000) are 111% above the UK average, suggesting a vulnerability in property maintenance or enforcement around industrial zones. Anti-social behaviour, though only 8% above the UK average, highlights the need for continued community engagement in public spaces. A resident might find the 50% drop in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it could indicate improved store security measures or altered shopping patterns during the month.

Bolton upon Dearne’s crime rate in November 2024 (6.4 per 1,000) represents a 17.0% decrease from October’s rate of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a notable downward trend. On a daily basis, this equates to an average of 2 crimes reported each day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in the built-up area. When contextualised by population, the monthly exposure of 1 crime per 157 residents illustrates the tangible risk faced by residents, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average. This comparison is particularly relevant for families considering relocation or those assessing local safety for daily activities. The 15.8% gap between Bolton upon Dearne’s rate and the UK average suggests that the area’s crime profile is influenced by factors such as its smaller scale and community-focused policing. However, the 111% above-average rate for criminal damage and arson highlights areas for improvement in property management or enforcement. The 17% monthly decline contrasts with the UK’s broader trends, which have shown more gradual changes, indicating that local initiatives may be having a measurable impact. Residents may find the 1-in-157 monthly exposure figure more relatable than abstract per-capita statistics, as it directly translates to the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives.