Barnsley Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Barnsley's crime rate in July 2024 stood at 10.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 20.2% above the UK average of 8.4. This figure, equivalent to one crime for every 99 residents over the month, underscores the area's challenges in maintaining public safety. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (34.9% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (14.2%) and criminal damage and arson (10.0%). These patterns align with Barnsley's character as a mid-sized town with a mix of urban and semi-rural areas, where community tensions and property vulnerabilities may contribute to persistent issues. The summer season, marked by school holidays and festivals, likely amplifies certain trends — for example, the high rate of violence and sexual offences may reflect increased social interactions in public spaces. Similarly, anti-social behaviour's share of total crimes could be linked to the relaxation of routine social controls during July. However, the UK average for anti-social behaviour (1.4 per 1,000) is slightly lower than Barnsley's rate, suggesting local-specific factors at play. The rise in criminal damage and arson (1.0 per 1,000, 59% above UK average) may be tied to the town's industrial heritage, where abandoned properties or economic pressures could exacerbate such offences. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas with high concentrations of vulnerable properties or populations.

July saw sharp increases in robbery (+83.3%), with incidents rising from 18 to 33, and bicycle theft (+37.5%), which climbed from 8 to 11. These jumps may reflect the summer season's impact, as festivals and outdoor events draw more people to public spaces. Conversely, burglary fell by 20.8% (from 125 to 99), possibly linked to increased police patrols or community initiatives during the peak tourist period. Violence and sexual offences remained high, at 3.5 per 1,000 — 23% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, however, decreased slightly, with a 10.9% drop from 404 to 360 cases. The category of 'other crime' also saw a 19% increase, reaching 100 incidents, suggesting emerging trends or unclassified activities that warrant further monitoring. Residents may find the 34.9% share of violent crimes particularly concerning, given its disproportionate impact compared to the UK average.

Barnsley's crime rate in July 2024 remained stable at 10.1 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's figure. This equates to roughly 82 crimes reported each day in the district, a figure that highlights the persistent nature of criminal activity in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 99 residents, underscoring the frequency of incidents relative to the local population. When scaled to Barnsley's population of 251,770, this suggests that crime remains a regular concern for residents, though the rate has not shifted significantly from June. The daily crime count, while not directly comparable to national figures, offers a tangible sense of the pace at which incidents occur locally. For context, this means that in any given day, over 80 crimes are recorded across the district, a statistic that could inform community awareness and local policing strategies.