Cudworth and Shafton Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Cudworth and Shafton, 6.1 crimes were reported in December 2023, placing the area 15.3% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. This rate, though lower than the national figure, reveals a distinct crime profile shaped by seasonal and local factors. Violence and sexual offences dominated, accounting for 36.8% of all crimes, a proportion consistent with the area’s urban character and the pressures of the festive season. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 18.4%, reflecting the challenges of managing public spaces during the holidays. Vehicle crime, at 11.8% of total incidents, may be influenced by the area’s reliance on car transport and the increased presence of vehicles in residential zones. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, party season, and extended darkness—likely contributes to the patterns observed. For instance, the rise in anti-social behaviour could be tied to the influx of visitors and the higher volume of social events, while the lower rate of shoplifting may indicate successful retail security measures. However, the spike in drug-related crimes and possession of weapons, both doubling from the previous month, suggests potential vulnerabilities that require further attention. These findings illustrate how local conditions interact with broader trends to shape crime outcomes in a built-up area within Barnsley.

December 2023 saw a 100% increase in drug-related crimes, with possession of weapons and public order offences also doubling from the previous month. These spikes may be linked to the festive season’s social dynamics. Conversely, burglary and criminal damage and arson both declined, with burglary dropping by 44.4% and criminal damage falling by 16.7%. This suggests a possible seasonal shift in criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour, which made up 18.4% of all crimes, was 18% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect local factors such as increased public gatherings during the holiday period. Meanwhile, shoplifting—accounting for 6.6% of crimes—remained 18% below the UK average, indicating effective retail security measures in the area.

In December 2023, Cudworth and Shafton recorded a crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 7.0% increase from the previous month’s rate of 5.7 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 2 crimes reported each day in the built-up area, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s seasonal rhythm. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 163 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises risk in terms of population exposure. This rate is lower than the UK average, but the localised shifts in crime types—such as the 18% increase in anti-social behaviour above the UK average—highlight how local dynamics can diverge from national trends. The daily crime count, though low, underscores the persistent nature of minor incidents, which may be influenced by factors like holiday-related disruptions or the area’s demographic makeup.