Dodworth Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

October 2023 marked a period of relative stability for Dodworth’s crime rate, which remained at 6.5 per 1,000 residents—18.8% below the UK average of 8.0. This consistent figure, unchanged from September, suggests that local safety measures and community dynamics have maintained equilibrium. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.5% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.5%) and criminal damage and arson (10.3%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a built-up district within Barnsley, where urban density and social interactions may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Seasonal factors also played a role: the return to darker evenings in October, coupled with Halloween, likely influenced anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. However, the 7% shortfall in violence and sexual offences compared to the UK average indicates that local initiatives or environmental factors—such as community policing or targeted interventions—may be mitigating some risks. The sharp deviation in 'other crime' (257% above the UK average) raises questions about unclassified or underreported incidents, though the small absolute numbers (three cases) suggest this may not yet constitute a systemic issue. Overall, the data illustrates a combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with Dodworth’s crime profile reflecting both similarities and distinct characteristics compared to the UK as a whole.

October 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with 'other crime' increasing by 100% compared to September, driven by a jump from zero to three incidents. This category, which includes unclassified or less frequent offences, was 257% above the UK average, a stark outlier that may reflect underreported or newly emerging crime types. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 40%, aligning with the UK average and possibly influenced by reduced car usage during the month. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 33.3%, reaching 8 incidents—2% above the UK average. This increase may be linked to Halloween activities or the transition to darker evenings. Violence and sexual offences remained 7% below the UK average, despite comprising the largest share of total crimes (38.5%). Residents might find the 40% drop in vehicle crime particularly relevant, as it could indicate seasonal changes in parking patterns or community awareness efforts.

Dodworth's crime rate in October 2023 remained unchanged from September, maintaining a stable 6.5 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no significant monthly fluctuation in the area’s overall safety profile. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 154 residents. While this may seem low, the distribution of crime types reveals a nuanced picture: anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, though not overwhelming, show distinct trends compared to the UK average. For residents, the 1-in-154 monthly exposure rate provides a concrete metric to contextualise personal risk, though this aggregate figure does not reflect the concentrated nature of specific crime types in certain areas. The population context further highlights that, despite a relatively low overall rate, certain categories—such as 'other crime'—deviate sharply from national norms, warranting closer attention to local patterns.