Goldthorpe Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Goldthorpe's July 2024 crime rate of 17.7 per 1,000 residents—over double the UK average—reveals a stark contrast to national trends. For a population of 7,137, this translates to 126 crimes in a single month, a figure that underscores the local impact of crime on a per-capita basis. The top two crime categories, violence and sexual offences (37.3% of all incidents) and public order offences (9.5%), highlight a pattern of interpersonal and community-level tensions that may be exacerbated by seasonal factors. July, a peak summer month with schools out and festivals in full swing, likely contributes to the elevated rates of public order and violent crime. The area's built-up nature within Barnsley may also play a role, as high-density environments can amplify disputes and public disturbances. Meanwhile, categories like burglary (1.4 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (1.4 per 1,000) remain significantly above UK averages, though their rates are lower than those of violent crime. This suggests that while property-related offences are a concern, the primary challenge lies in addressing the high incidence of violence and disorder. The seasonal context of July—marked by increased outdoor activity and tourism—may partly explain the surge in public order incidents, as crowded spaces can heighten the likelihood of conflicts. However, the absence of a corresponding rise in theft from the person or shoplifting (which are both below UK averages) indicates that the area's crime profile differs from typical tourist hotspots. This nuanced picture requires a tailored approach to policing and community engagement, particularly during the summer months when local and visiting populations converge.

July 2024 saw a sharp rise in 'other theft' and 'other crime', increasing by 175% and 125% respectively compared to June. This surge, from 4 to 11 incidents for other theft, may reflect heightened activity during peak summer months, when festivals and events draw crowds. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 50%, from 2 to 1 incidents, suggesting a potential reduction in armed incidents or improved policing in specific areas. The category of 'robbery' also doubled, rising from 0 to 2 cases, a stark contrast to the previous month. Goldthorpe's rate of violence and sexual offences (6.6 per 1,000) is 132% above the UK average, a figure that could be linked to the area's seasonal rhythms, including increased foot traffic in public spaces. Meanwhile, vehicle crime decreased by 16.7%, from 12 to 10 incidents, due to reduced parking congestion or heightened awareness among drivers.

Goldthorpe's crime rate in July 2024 rose to 17.7 per 1,000 residents, a 10.5% increase from the previous month's 16.0 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 4 crimes reported each day in July, with one crime occurring for every 57 residents over the course of the month. When scaled to population size, this rate is over double the UK average, highlighting a significant disparity. The local context reveals that Goldthorpe, as a built-up area within Barnsley, experiences higher-than-average concentrations of violent and public order offences, which may reflect a combination of seasonal activity and local demographics. The daily crime frequency provides a tangible measure for residents: in a typical day, nearly 1 in 18 residents could be affected by a reported crime, underscoring the need for community vigilance. This monthly exposure figure, while specific to Goldthorpe, illustrates how crime patterns here diverge from national trends, particularly in categories such as violence and criminal damage, which remain high.