Cudworth and Shafton Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile for Cudworth and Shafton in May 2023 reveals a distinct emphasis on violent and anti-social behaviour, which together account for 59% of all reported crimes. Violence and sexual offences alone make up 45% of the total, significantly exceeding the UK average for this category (29% above). This sharp focus on interpersonal crime contrasts with lower rates of property-related offences, which constitute just 26% of the total. The area’s crime rate of 8.1 per 1,000 residents places it 1.2% above the UK average, a narrow margin that suggests local factors are influencing the pattern. Seasonal dynamics in May—longer evenings and increased social activity—likely contribute to the prominence of public order and violence, which saw notable increases. The relatively low levels of shoplifting and vehicle crime compared to the UK average may reflect the area’s character as a smaller, more tightly knit built-up area within Barnsley, where community cohesion might temper opportunistic theft. However, the high proportion of violent crime raises questions about local tensions or environmental factors that could be explored further. The data highlights a need for targeted interventions in areas where interpersonal conflict is concentrated, while the lower property crime rates suggest that other aspects of the area’s infrastructure or demographics may be acting as deterrents.

May 2023 saw a marked increase in robbery, with a 100% rise from zero to one incident, a figure that would be of particular concern to residents. Public order offences also rose by 22.2%, from nine to 11, a shift that could be linked to the longer evenings typical of this time of year. Violence and sexual offences increased by 7.1%, though they remained the dominant category, accounting for nearly half of all crimes. This trend is consistent with the UK average for violence (2.8 per 1,000), but the local rate (3.6 per 1,000) is higher, indicating a specific challenge in this area. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell sharply by 61.1%, from 18 to 7, possibly reflecting seasonal changes in outdoor activity or targeted efforts by local authorities. The area’s performance in categories like anti-social behaviour (14.0% of total crimes) and other theft (4.0%) shows it is below the UK average, suggesting that community-focused initiatives or local policing strategies may be effective in these areas. Residents may find the breakdown of crime types particularly useful for understanding risks and advocating for resources tailored to the most pressing issues in their neighbourhood.

The crime rate in Cudworth and Shafton for May 2023 (8.1 per 1,000 residents) represents a 14.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 9.4 per 1,000, a decline that may be attributed to seasonal shifts or the effectiveness of local policing initiatives. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of three crimes per day over the month, a figure that provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 124 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while not alarmingly high, underscores the need for vigilance. The population of 12,389 means that each resident is statistically more likely to be directly affected by crime than in larger urban areas with more diluted population densities. This monthly aggregate also highlights the importance of understanding how crime is distributed across different categories: while violent crime remains a concern, the lower rates of property-related offences compared to the UK average suggest that local factors—such as community cohesion or effective crime prevention measures—may be playing a role. The comparison to the previous month and the UK average provides a nuanced picture that can inform both residents and policymakers about the effectiveness of interventions and the areas requiring further attention.