Dodworth Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Dodworth’s crime rate in November 2023 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 22.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This performance reflects a broader trend of relative safety compared to national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences constituted 42.9% of all reported crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson (17.1%) and other theft (8.6%). These figures align with the area’s character as a built-up district within Barnsley, where community-focused policing and local initiatives may contribute to lower overall rates. Seasonal factors in November—such as Bonfire Night and the retail rush of Black Friday—likely influenced crime trends, with spikes in shoplifting and property-related incidents. However, the area’s crime profile remains different from the UK average, particularly in the underrepresentation of violent crime relative to national data. The balance between property and violent crimes suggests a combination of local demographics and environmental factors, with the absence of major urban centres or tourist attractions potentially reducing exposure to certain types of crime. Despite the overall lower rate, specific categories like criminal damage and arson exceed UK averages, highlighting areas for targeted intervention. The month’s context of shorter daylight hours and seasonal events may have amplified tensions in public spaces. This snapshot underscores Dodworth’s position as a relatively safe area, with crime patterns shaped by its geographic and social context.

November 2023 saw notable shifts in Dodworth’s crime profile, with burglary and shoplifting each rising by 100% compared to October, marking a sharp increase in property-related incidents. Criminal damage and arson also rose by 50%, reaching 6 crimes—a figure 69% above the UK average for this category. This contrast with the significant 75% decline in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 8 to 2 incidents, highlights a mixed picture of local activity. The crime mix remains skewed toward property and violent crimes, which together account for 87.1% of all reported incidents, though the proportion of violent crimes (42.9%) is lower than the UK average. Violence and sexual offences, while still the most common category, are 3% below the UK rate, suggesting a possible alignment with local community initiatives or demographic factors. The spike in shoplifting may be linked to Black Friday shopping, while the increase in criminal damage could reflect the impact of Bonfire Night events. These changes provide residents with actionable insights: heightened vigilance around property security during peak retail periods and awareness of public space safety during seasonal gatherings. direct causes for these trends, but the interplay of local events and crime patterns is evident.

Dodworth’s crime rate in November 2023 (5.8 per 1,000) marked a 10.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.5 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the month, a figure that may resonate with residents as a tangible measure of local safety. When scaled to the population of 6,012, this translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 172 residents over the course of November—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable areas. This context underscores the area’s relative security, particularly when contrasted with the UK average. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the impact of local efforts: for instance, the 75% drop in anti-social behaviour may indicate the effectiveness of community policing or seasonal event management. However, the 69% gap between Dodworth’s criminal damage and arson rate and the UK average suggests disparities in local risk factors, tied to infrastructure or seasonal activities. While the daily crime count is a low figure, the distribution of crime types reveals opportunities for targeted improvements, such as addressing the specific drivers behind the above-average rates in certain categories. For residents, these comparisons offer a nuanced understanding of safety, balancing the overall low rate with the need for vigilance in specific areas.