Dodworth Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2025, Dodworth’s crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents places it 12.8% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, reflecting a generally safer environment compared to the national picture. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (40% of total crimes), followed by criminal damage and arson (15.6%) and anti-social behaviour (11.1%). These figures align with the seasonal rhythm of a built-up area in Barnsley, where summer festivals, open-air events, and extended daylight hours may contribute to increased social interactions and, consequently, higher incidents of violence. The spike in violence and sexual offences—rising from 8 to 18 cases—could be linked to the summer peak in tourism and local events, though this connection remains hedged by the lack of direct data on event attendance. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour, which is 48% below the UK average, suggests that community engagement or local initiatives may be mitigating such incidents. The relatively low crime rate, combined with the absence of major spikes in property crimes, indicates that Dodworth’s built-up character, supported by local policing efforts, contributes to a crime profile that is distinct from both rural and highly urban areas. However, the sharp increase in criminal damage and arson, which is 97% above the UK average, raises questions about specific vulnerabilities in the area, such as targeted vandalism or unaddressed community tensions. These patterns underscore the importance of context-specific analysis, as the interplay between local geography, demographics, and seasonal factors shapes the crime profile in ways that cannot be fully captured by aggregate statistics alone.

July saw a 125% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 8 to 18 incidents—a jump that may reflect heightened activity during summer festivals and extended evenings. Drug-related offences doubled from zero to two cases, marking an unusual spike that could indicate shifts in local patterns. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 50%, from four to two, due to reduced public gatherings or increased community policing. Criminal damage and arson in Dodworth (1.2 per 1,000) is 97% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, a stark contrast to anti-social behaviour, which is 48% below the UK rate. These disparities highlight how specific local factors—such as targeted enforcement or community initiatives—can shape crime trends. A resident might find the 12.8% gap between Dodworth’s rate and the UK average reassuring, though the sharp rise in violence warrants attention.

Dodworth’s crime rate in July 2025 rose 28.7% from 5.8 to 7.5 per 1,000 residents compared to the previous month. This increase, while notable, still places the area 12.8% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day during July, a figure that may help residents contextualise risk in everyday terms. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 134 residents, highlighting that the likelihood of encountering crime remains relatively low for most individuals. However, the shift in crime types from June to July—particularly the rise in violence and sexual offences—suggests a need for awareness around public safety during peak summer activity. The population context reinforces that even with the month-on-month increase, the overall rate remains lower than the national average, indicating that Dodworth’s crime profile is distinct from broader UK trends.