Penistone Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Penistone’s June 2023 crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents stands at 62.4% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, reflecting a markedly lower level of criminal activity compared to the national profile. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 32.1% of total reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.9%) and public order offences (17.9%). This distribution suggests a focus on interpersonal and community-level issues rather than property crimes, which comprised only 14.3% of total offences. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Penistone is 66% below the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the area’s demographic profile, local policing strategies, or community dynamics. Seasonal factors in June—such as the start of summer and longer daylight hours—could have contributed to the overall crime trend. The relatively low incidence of property crimes, particularly shoplifting (63% below the UK average), may indicate effective retail security measures or a smaller retail footprint in the area. This snapshot of Penistone’s crime profile highlights a combination of geographic, social, and seasonal influences shaping the local profile, with a consistent emphasis on community-level safety over broader urban crime patterns.

June 2023 saw a 200% increase in 'other theft' crimes, rising from one to three incidents. This surge contrasts with sharp declines in shoplifting (-66.7%), anti-social behaviour (-44.4%), and public order offences (-16.7%). The category of 'violence and sexual offences' remained 66% below the UK average, despite accounting for 32.1% of Penistone’s total crimes. This disparity suggests that while violent crime is present, it occurs at a significantly lower rate than in the UK as a whole. The drop in shoplifting may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic during the early summer or increased retail security measures. Meanwhile, the rise in 'other theft' could indicate shifting criminal activity patterns, though no direct cause is specified in the data. For residents, the 66% gap in violence and sexual offences compared to the UK average offers reassurance, even as the 200% increase in other thefts warrants attention.

Penistone's crime rate in June 2023 dropped by 31.8% compared to the previous month, falling to 3.2 per 1,000 residents from 4.6 per 1,000. This decline places the area well below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, with a 62.4% overall reduction. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 30-day period, highlighting a relatively low level of criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 317 residents, a figure that underscores the area’s comparative safety. When scaled to Penistone’s population of 8,877, this suggests that most residents are unlikely to experience a crime in any given month. The drop from May to June aligns with seasonal patterns, as the start of summer may see reduced opportunities for certain types of crime, though local factors such as community engagement or policing efforts could also play a role. This monthly exposure figure provides a tangible context for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of encountering crime remains low in Penistone compared to the national average.