Hoyland Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Hoyland, the built-up area within Barnsley, there were 8.6 reported crimes in November 2023 — 14.7% above the UK average of 7.5. This rate translates to a daily risk of five crimes in a community of around 16,000 people, with property crimes dominating the landscape. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 24.3% of all incidents, a category where Hoyland's rate of 2.1 per 1,000 was 19% below the UK average. However, shoplifting emerged as a stark outlier, with 18.4% of all crimes — 191% above the UK average — likely driven by Black Friday shopping activity and the area's retail presence. Vehicle crime, at 1.5 per 1,000, was 200% above the UK average, pointing to vulnerabilities in parking infrastructure or vehicle security. The seasonal context of November — with its dark evenings and Bonfire Night events — may have amplified opportunistic crime, particularly in areas with high pedestrian traffic. While violent crime decreased by 41.1% compared to October, the overall rate still reflects a community grappling with persistent property-related offences that outpace national trends. This suggests a need for targeted interventions in retail zones and vehicle storage areas, alongside maintaining the positive momentum in reducing violent incidents.

November saw a dramatic 733.3% increase in shoplifting, rising from three to 25 incidents — a figure 191% above the UK average for this category. This surge aligns with Black Friday shopping activity, which typically drives retail crime in built-up areas with high foot traffic. Meanwhile, violent crimes fell by 41.1% compared to October, though Hoyland's rate of 2.1 per 1,000 still lags 19% below the UK average for this category. Vehicle crime, at 1.5 per 1,000, was 200% above the UK average — a stark contrast to the 52% deficit seen in other theft categories. The 100% increase in drug-related crimes, from zero to two incidents, raises questions about local enforcement patterns or shifting criminal activity. These shifts reveal a combination of seasonal demand and local infrastructure, with Hoyland's built-up area facing unique pressures compared to broader UK trends.

Hoyland's crime rate in November 2023 rose to 8.6 per 1,000 residents, a 13.4% increase from the previous month's 7.5. This translates to roughly five crimes reported each day within the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 117 residents — a figure that, while seemingly low, underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in a community of around 16,000 people. The population context reveals that Hoyland's rate remains higher than the UK average, with property crimes and violent offences driving the increase. Daily crime counts, though not directly comparable to national figures, offer residents a tangible sense of risk: five incidents per day in a tightly knit area where community policing and local engagement are critical. The shift from October to November also aligns with seasonal patterns, as darker evenings and festive events like Bonfire Night may influence crime dynamics in ways that require targeted local strategies.