Bolton upon Dearne Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Burglary rates in Bolton upon Dearne are 196% above the UK average (0.8 vs 0.3 per 1,000), an outlier that warrants immediate attention. The overall crime rate for August 2025 stands at 7.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 8.6% below the UK average of 8.1. This discrepancy is shaped by a mix of crime types, with violence and sexual offences (21 incidents, 36.8% of total) and anti-social behaviour (10 incidents, 17.5%) dominating the landscape. These figures contrast sharply with the 196% surge in burglary, which may partly explain the area’s unique position relative to national trends. August, a peak holiday month, likely contributes to seasonal shifts in crime patterns, with empty homes increasing burglary risk and tourism potentially influencing other categories. The relatively low rates of shoplifting (3 incidents, 5.3%) and drug-related offences (1 incident, 1.8%) suggest a community with lower exposure to certain crime drivers compared to national averages. However, the stark divergence in burglary rates raises questions about local factors such as property density, policing focus, or socioeconomic conditions that may amplify this category disproportionately. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the concentration of specific offences highlights areas for targeted intervention.

August 2025 saw a 200% increase in shoplifting (3 incidents, up from 1 in July) and a 100% rise in bicycle theft (1 incident). These jumps, though small in absolute terms, indicate a shift in criminal activity that may reflect seasonal trends or targeted opportunism. Meanwhile, burglary rates fell by 14.3% (6 incidents, down from 7), a decline that could signal improved security measures or reduced opportunities during the summer. Violence and sexual offences also dropped by 8.7% (21 incidents, down from 23), though this remains the most common category. The burglary rate’s 196% surplus over the UK average (0.8 vs 0.3 per 1,000) stands out as a significant local anomaly, linked to August’s empty homes or unoccupied properties. For residents, the daily crime count of 2 incidents per day offers a tangible measure of risk, though this figure remains stable compared to July. The contrast between burglary’s sharp divergence from UK norms and the relatively low shoplifting rates underscores the need for nuanced analysis of local crime drivers.

Bolton upon Dearne’s August 2025 crime rate (7.4 per 1,000) reflects a -1.7% decrease from July’s 7.5 per 1,000, indicating a stable trend despite fluctuations in individual categories. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 2 crimes per day over the month, a figure that, while modest, remains consistent with previous months. Monthly exposure to crime is measured as 1 reported incident for every 135 residents, a ratio that places the area in a safer bracket compared to many similar-sized communities. When scaled to the population of 7,699, this suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly, though the burglary anomaly complicates this picture. The UK average of 8.1 per 1,000 implies that Bolton upon Dearne is slightly safer overall, but the localised spike in burglary highlights the importance of micro-level analysis. Residents may find the 1-in-135 monthly exposure figure more relatable than national averages, as it directly reflects the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. This stability, despite the burglary outlier, suggests that broader policing efforts or community initiatives may be maintaining a baseline of safety, even as specific challenges persist.