Cudworth and Shafton Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Cudworth and Shafton's crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents in April 2025 places it 13% below the UK average of 7.7, marking one of the most significant deviations in recent months. This built-up area within Barnsley, which historically balances industrial heritage with modern housing, shows a distinct pattern in crime distribution. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 43.4% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 21.7% and criminal damage and arson at 8.4%. These figures suggest a combination of community dynamics and local infrastructure. Seasonal factors may partly explain the trends: April's spring weather and increased outdoor activity could influence both violent and property crime patterns. The area's violent crime rate is 11% above the UK average, yet property crime remains significantly lower than national benchmarks, consistent with the area's character as a mixed-use residential and commercial zone. The data illustrates a nuanced picture where certain crime types align with broader national trends while others deviate, warranting further contextual analysis.

April 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with robbery increasing by 100% from zero to one incident—a rare occurrence in this area. Public order offences also rose by 25%, reflecting potential changes in community behaviour during the Easter period. Conversely, other crime fell by 75%, and burglary decreased by 25%, suggesting a possible realignment in criminal activity. The breakdown reveals stark contrasts with UK averages: while violence and sexual offences are 11% above the national rate, public order offences are 26% below, and shoplifting is 85% below the UK average. These discrepancies may indicate localised factors, such as the area's relatively low retail density compared to major urban centres. For residents, the 36 incidents of violence and sexual offences—equivalent to 2.9 per 1,000 residents—highlight a pressing concern that requires targeted attention. The data also shows vehicle crime is 32% above the UK average, potentially linked to local parking patterns or traffic flow, though this remains speculative without further analysis.

Compared to March 2025, when the crime rate stood at 7.9 per 1,000, April 2025 shows a 15.3% decrease, reflecting a notable improvement in overall safety. This decline aligns with the monthly exposure metric, which indicates one reported crime for every 149 residents over the course of the month—a figure that may offer reassurance to local households. On a daily basis, the area experiences roughly three crimes per day, a rate that, while not negligible, remains below the UK average when extrapolated nationally. The population-scaled perspective reveals that with 12,389 residents, the area's crime profile is shaped by both its size and density. For context, the 36 incidents of violence and sexual offences in April equate to a 2.9 per 1,000 rate, which, while above the UK average, pales in comparison to larger cities where such figures often exceed 5 per 1,000. These comparisons underscore the area's position as a relatively low-crime built-up area within Barnsley, where targeted interventions may have contributed to the month-on-month decline. The data also highlights that certain crime types, such as shoplifting, remain well below national levels, reflecting local retail strategies or community engagement efforts.