Dodworth Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2023, Dodworth maintained its position as one of the safest built-up areas in the UK, with a crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents — 47.1% below the national average of 8.5. This continued underperformance relative to UK standards reflects the area's unique characteristics as a historically industrialised part of Barnsley, where community-focused policing and limited commercial activity may contribute to lower crime levels. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 40.7% of all reported incidents, though this rate (1.8 per 1,000) remained 38% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 22.2% of all crimes, with a rate of 1.0 per 1,000 — 32% below the UK benchmark. These figures suggest that while violent crime remains a concern, the area's overall profile is shaped by a combination of low population density and strong local community networks. The seasonal context of June, marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours, may have influenced crime patterns in subtle ways. For instance, the slight increase in shoplifting and burglary could be linked to higher foot traffic in local retail areas or changes in business hours. However, these trends remain within the bounds of Dodworth's historically low crime environment, which has been consistent across multiple years of data. The area's position within Barnsley, a larger borough with its own distinct crime profile, further complicates direct comparisons but highlights the importance of localised approaches to crime prevention.

June 2023 saw sharp increases in three specific crime categories, each doubling from the previous month: public order offenses (1 to 2), shoplifting (1 to 2), and burglary (1 to 2). These jumps, while statistically significant, remain below the UK averages for their respective categories — public order offenses were 55% below the UK average, and burglary was 6% below. The violent crime category, however, remained a dominant concern, accounting for 40.7% of all reported crimes in June, with 11 incidents recorded. This rate (1.8 per 1,000) was 38% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, a statistic that suggests local factors may be mitigating the risk of more severe violence. Anti-social behaviour, which had been the second most common category in May, saw a 33.3% decrease, dropping from 9 to 6 incidents. This decline, while welcome, contrasts with the sharp rises in other areas. Residents should be particularly mindful of public spaces, where the doubling of public order offenses may indicate increased tensions or disruptions during the summer months.

Dodworth's crime rate in June 2023 remained stable compared to the previous month, decreasing slightly by 3.6% (from 4.7 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents). This small decline aligns with broader seasonal trends observed in similar built-up areas, where summer months often see fluctuations due to changing community activity patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in June, a figure that reflects the low overall crime rate and consistent with the area's historical profile. When considering the monthly exposure, over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 223 residents — a statistic that provides context for local residents on the likelihood of encountering crime within their community. This monthly aggregate, while low, underscores the importance of remaining vigilant in public spaces, particularly given the recent increases in specific crime types. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that Dodworth's crime levels are significantly lower than the UK average, with the area's overall rate being 47.1% below the national benchmark. This comparative advantage suggests that local factors, such as community cohesion or policing strategies, may contribute to the sustained low crime environment, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.