Darton Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Darton's crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents in October 2024 places it 35.8% below the UK average of 8.1, a stark contrast to national trends. This built-up area within Barnsley, likely influenced by its post-industrial character and lower population density, exhibits a crime profile dominated by violence and sexual offences (31 incidents, 36.9% of total) and anti-social behaviour (13 incidents, 15.5%). The seasonal context of October—darker evenings, the clocks going back, and Halloween—may have contributed to the prevalence of anti-social behaviour, which is 38% below the UK average. Despite this, the area's violent crime rate (1.9 per 1,000) remains 29% below the national average, suggesting effective community policing or other local factors. Property crimes, including burglary (2 incidents, 2.4% of total) and vehicle crime (4 incidents, 4.8% of total), are both significantly lower than UK averages, though criminal damage and arson (12 incidents, 14.3% of total) are 19% above the national average. This mixed picture reflects the combination of local demographics, seasonal patterns, and the area's built environment, which may include a mix of residential and commercial spaces that influence crime dynamics.

October 2024 saw a dramatic 500% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 2 to 12 incidents. This spike may partly explain the area's higher-than-UK-average rate for this category, which is 19% above the national average of 0.6 per 1,000. Conversely, shoplifting and burglary both declined sharply: shoplifting fell 75% (from 4 to 1 incidents) and burglary dropped 60% (from 5 to 2). These decreases could reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic during darker evenings or Halloween-related activities. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent crime type, accounting for 36.9% of all incidents, yet this rate (1.9 per 1,000) is still 29% below the UK average. Residents might find the 100% increase in theft from the person (from 0 to 1 incident) concerning, as it indicates a new vulnerability in personal safety that warrants attention.

Darton's crime rate in October 2024 remained stable at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in crime trends. Daily crime statistics show an average of three reported incidents per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's ongoing need for vigilance. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 193 residents underscores the relatively low risk faced by Darton's residents compared to national averages. This rate is lower than the UK average, which stands at 8.1 per 1,000, highlighting Darton's position as a safer area within the broader UK context. The stability in crime rates, combined with the area's low population density and potential community-focused initiatives, may contribute to this sustained safety profile. However, the absence of a UK daily crime comparison means this local figure should be interpreted within Darton's specific demographic and geographic framework.