Dodworth Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Dodworth’s crime rate in April 2024 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, 26.0% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This places the area significantly ahead of the national benchmark, a position consistent with its character as a built-up area within Barnsley. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.2% of all reported crimes (13 incidents), a figure 14% below the UK average for this category. This contrasts with anti-social behaviour, which made up 23.5% of all crimes (8 incidents) and was 7% above the UK rate. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and spring weather—likely contributes to the mix of crimes, with increased outdoor activity potentially influencing patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. The area’s crime profile reflects a balance between property and violent crime, with property crimes (11 incidents) slightly outnumbering violent crimes (13 incidents), though the latter remain the dominant category. This dynamic may be influenced by local factors such as the area’s proximity to Barnsley’s urban core and its mix of residential and commercial spaces, which can drive both property-related and interpersonal crime. The overall rate suggests a relatively stable environment compared to the UK average, though the specific distribution of crime types highlights areas for targeted attention, particularly in addressing anti-social behaviour and maintaining the lower-than-average violent crime rate.

April 2024 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with drugs-related incidents doubling from 1 to 2 (a 100% increase) and other theft cases rising from 2 to 4 (also a 100% increase). These increases, though modest in absolute terms, suggest emerging patterns that may warrant closer monitoring, particularly given their alignment with UK-wide trends in drug-related crime. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell sharply by 66.7% (from 12 to 4), a decline consistent with seasonal factors such as the transition from winter to spring, which may reduce opportunities for vandalism linked to cold weather or holiday-related disruptions. Vehicle crime also decreased by 33.3% (from 3 to 2), a reduction that may reflect improved security measures or a temporary shift in criminal activity linked to Easter-related changes in traffic patterns. The most striking contrast to the UK average came in the category of violence and sexual offences, which were 14% below the national rate, a figure that likely reflects local policing efforts or community dynamics in Dodworth. For residents, the sharp rise in drugs-related incidents serves as a concrete data point to consider when assessing local safety, though the overall crime rate remains well below the UK average.

Dodworth’s crime rate in April 2024 (5.7 per 1,000 residents) marked a 27.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.8 per 1,000, a drop that aligns with the seasonal transition from March to April. This decline underscores the area’s relatively stable crime environment, though it must be contextualised within the broader picture of daily and monthly exposure. Over the course of April, roughly one crime was reported per day in Dodworth, a figure that, while low, highlights the need for continued vigilance given the fluctuations observed in specific crime categories. On a monthly basis, the rate translates to one reported crime for every 177 residents, a statistic that provides a tangible measure of risk for individuals living or working in the area. Compared to the UK average, Dodworth’s performance is strikingly positive, with its overall rate 26.0% below the national figure. This gap is even more pronounced in certain categories, such as violence and sexual offences, which were 14% below the UK average. However, the area’s position relative to the UK also reveals vulnerabilities in specific areas, such as anti-social behaviour, which was 7% above the national rate. These comparisons illustrate the importance of targeted interventions in areas where Dodworth deviates from the national trend, ensuring that the area’s overall safety continues to improve while addressing local challenges.