Cudworth and Shafton Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Cudworth and Shafton’s crime profile in September 2025, accounting for 37.4% of all reported crimes. This category alone was 16% above the UK average, with 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents compared to the national rate of 2.6. The area’s overall crime rate of 8.0 per 1,000 residents placed it 8.1% above the UK average of 7.4, reflecting a persistent challenge in managing violent crime. While property crimes (35) and violent crimes (37) were closely balanced, criminal damage and arson emerged as a stark outlier, with 17 incidents (1.4 per 1,000) — 164% above the UK average. This suggests a possible link to seasonal factors, such as the transition into colder weather, which may see increased anti-social activity or property-related disputes. September’s timing, with back-to-school and university freshers’ week underway, likely contributes to heightened public order issues, as seen in the 30% rise in public order offences above the UK average. The area’s built-up character within Barnsley, with its mix of residential and commercial spaces, may also amplify tensions in public areas during this time of year. However, some categories showed encouraging trends: shoplifting was 51% below the UK average, and burglary was 29% below, reflecting effective community policing or local initiatives targeting retail theft. These contrasting patterns highlight the complexity of crime dynamics in a town with evolving social and economic needs.

September 2025 saw sharp increases in certain crime types, with robbery and possession of weapons each doubling from zero to one incident. This marks a 100% rise for both categories, possibly linked to the influx of university students or seasonal disruptions. Criminal damage and arson also surged by 70%, from 10 to 17 incidents, a figure 164% above the UK average. This could indicate targeted vandalism or frustration related to the start of the academic year. Conversely, several categories saw declines: drugs-related crimes fell by two-thirds (from 3 to 1), other theft dropped by half (from 4 to 2), and burglary decreased by 25% (from 4 to 3). These reductions may reflect ongoing efforts by local authorities or community groups to address specific issues. Anti-social behaviour remained below the UK average (6% lower), suggesting that interventions in this area have had a measurable impact. The stark contrast between rising criminal damage and falling burglary rates raises questions about the underlying causes — whether the latter is due to improved home security or a shift in criminal focus. For residents, the most immediate concern remains the spike in violence and sexual offences, which accounted for nearly 40% of all crimes and were significantly higher than the national average. This underscores the need for targeted support services and community engagement to address the root causes of such incidents.

Cudworth and Shafton’s crime rate in September 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month, with a -1.0% decrease from 8.1 to 8.0 per 1,000 residents. Over the course of the month, 99 crimes were reported — an average of three crimes per day. This translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 125 residents, a figure that highlights the frequency of incidents within the local population. While this rate is slightly below the UK average when viewed annually, the area’s specific challenges in violent crime and property damage place it above the national benchmark for those categories. The daily crime count of three incidents is a tangible reminder for residents of the need for vigilance, particularly in public spaces where anti-social behaviour and public order offences were elevated. The population context also reveals that, despite the area’s relatively small size (12,389 residents), the concentration of crimes per capita is higher than the UK average. This suggests that local factors — such as the built-up nature of the area and the presence of educational institutions — may amplify the impact of crime on a smaller community. While the stability in the overall rate offers some reassurance, the persistent gaps in specific crime categories indicate that targeted strategies are still required to address the unique challenges faced by Cudworth and Shafton.