Cudworth and Shafton Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2024, Cudworth and Shafton recorded a crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 8.5% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This rate, while lower than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of property and violent crime. Violent crimes (33 incidents) slightly outnumbered property crimes (30 incidents), with violence and sexual offences accounting for 35.5% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.5%) and criminal damage and arson (18.3%). These figures suggest a local environment where interpersonal conflict and public disorder are more pronounced than theft or burglary. The area's crime profile aligns with its character as a built-up area within Barnsley, where commercial and residential zones may intersect to create conditions conducive to anti-social activity. Seasonal factors also play a role, as August is typically a peak holiday month, potentially increasing the risk of burglary in empty homes. However, the area's burglary rate (0.2 per 1,000) was 38% below the UK average, indicating effective security measures or lower target density. The relatively low property crime rate compared to violent crime may reflect the impact of summer evenings in public spaces, where alcohol consumption and social interactions could contribute to incidents of violence and disorder. This balance between crime types highlights the need for targeted interventions that address both community safety and public order.

August 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 300% (from 2 to 8 incidents) and anti-social behaviour doubling (from 10 to 20). These increases may reflect the impact of summer holidays, which often bring more vehicles into local areas and greater foot traffic in public spaces. Conversely, other theft and other crime both fell by 75%, suggesting a possible temporary reduction in opportunistic crimes during the month. The area's criminal damage and arson rate (1.4 per 1,000) was 126% above the UK average, indicating a localised issue that may be linked to the area's built-up character and potential neglect of certain properties. Meanwhile, vehicle crime's sharp rise could be connected to increased parking activity in commercial zones or the presence of unsecured vehicles during the summer months. Residents might find the 8.5% UK comparison figure particularly relevant, as it underscores the area's overall safety relative to national trends. The dominance of violent crimes over property crimes also raises questions about the effectiveness of local policing strategies in addressing interpersonal conflict, which may require a different approach compared to targeting property-related offences.

The crime rate in August 2024 (7.5 per 1,000) marked a 19.2% increase from the previous month's rate of 6.3 per 1,000, indicating a notable upward trend in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day during August, a figure that, while modest, highlights the continuous presence of criminal activity in local communities. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 133 residents, a monthly exposure rate that provides context for how frequently residents may encounter crime in their daily lives. With a population of 12,389, this translates to a relatively low per capita risk compared to the UK average. month-on-month increase suggests that local conditions may have shifted. The comparison to the UK average is particularly telling, as the area's overall rate remains below the national benchmark despite the recent uptick. This contrast may reflect the effectiveness of local initiatives or the unique characteristics of the built-up area, which might include a lower density of high-risk environments compared to larger urban centres. However, the significant rise in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime underscores the need for sustained attention to emerging trends that could impact community safety.