Cudworth and Shafton Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2025, Cudworth and Shafton reported a crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 6.8% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This overall figure masks significant variations in crime types, with violence and sexual offences dominating the landscape. These crimes accounted for 47.6% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 3.2 per 1,000—25% above the UK average. This discrepancy highlights a localised challenge in addressing violent crime, which may be influenced by seasonal factors such as the darkening evenings and the proximity to Bonfire Night. The area’s built-up nature within Barnsley, a historically industrial region, may also influence crime patterns, with lower rates linked to ongoing community initiatives or infrastructure improvements that have reduced opportunities for certain types of crime. The sharp increase in burglary, rising from three to seven incidents—a 133.3% jump—suggests a need for targeted interventions, particularly during periods of reduced visibility. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime also showed notable trends, with anti-social behaviour at 0.8 per 1,000 and vehicle crime at 0.5 per 1,000, both above the UK average. These figures underscore the combination of local demographics, seasonal activity, and policing strategies. The area’s relatively low crime rate compared to the national average, despite the spikes in certain categories, indicates that broader systemic factors may be contributing to a generally safer environment. However, the rise in violent crime and burglary necessitates a closer examination of local conditions and potential measures to mitigate these trends.

November 2025 saw a sharp increase in burglary, rising from three to seven incidents—a 133.3% jump. This surge, alongside a 100% increase in drug-related crimes and a 50% rise in vehicle crime, signals a troubling shift in the area’s crime profile. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 47.6% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 3.2 per 1,000—25% above the UK average. This discrepancy highlights a localised challenge in addressing violent crime, which may be influenced by seasonal factors such as the darkening evenings and the proximity to Bonfire Night. Conversely, shoplifting and public order offences declined significantly, with shoplifting falling by 66.7% and public order offences dropping by 20%. These decreases could be linked to heightened policing efforts or changes in community activity during the month. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas with increased burglary activity, as the rise in this category far outpaces the UK average. The sharp increase in drug-related crimes, from zero to one incident, may reflect broader regional trends or temporary spikes tied to local events, though further data would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.

Cudworth and Shafton's crime rate in November 2025 stood at 6.8 per 1,000 residents, a 3.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.0. This decline places the area 6.8% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, a consistent trend reflecting lower-than-national crime levels. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the area’s relatively low overall crime profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 147 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure rate. This statistic underscores that while crime remains a concern, the frequency is lower than the national average. The population of 12,389 further contextualises these figures, showing that the number of crimes reported is proportionally lower than in many comparable areas. This suggests that local factors, such as community engagement or policing strategies, may be contributing to the sustained reduction in crime rates compared to the previous month. The area’s built-up nature within Barnsley, a historically industrial region, may also influence crime patterns, with lower rates linked to ongoing community initiatives or infrastructure improvements that have reduced opportunities for certain types of crime.