Penistone Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Penistone's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 4.5 per 1,000, a figure 44.4% below the UK average of 8.1. This marked underperformance relative to national benchmarks highlights the area's consistently low crime profile, a trend that has likely been reinforced by its status as a built-up area within Barnsley. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 35% of all reported crimes, with 14 incidents recorded—though this rate remains 44% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category (17.5% of total crimes), saw a 250% increase compared to May, a spike that may be linked to the transition into summer and the associated social activity in local public spaces. Seasonal factors appear to play a role in Penistone's crime patterns, with the longest days of the year influencing both community interactions and policing effectiveness. Property crimes, including vehicle crime and criminal damage, were lower than the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives—whether through community engagement or infrastructure—may be contributing to this disparity. However, the 35% increase in vehicle crime compared to the UK average indicates a specific vulnerability that deserves closer attention. The overall picture illustrates a combination of geographical context, seasonal dynamics, and localized crime prevention efforts, all of which shape Penistone's unique crime profile.

June 2025 marked a stark shift in Penistone's crime profile, with anti-social behaviour surging by 250% (from 2 to 7 incidents) and vehicle crime doubling to 4 cases. These increases contrast sharply with declines in public order offences (-50%) and other theft (-40%), suggesting a possible reallocation of criminal activity. Vehicle crime, now at 0.5 per 1,000, is 35% above the UK average of 0.4, a discrepancy that may reflect local factors such as parking density or vehicle security practices. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences (14 cases) remain the most common category, though they are 44% below the UK average. This anomaly—where violent crime is low but property-related crimes show mixed trends—raises questions about the interplay between community policing efforts and seasonal dynamics, such as the start of summer tourism in nearby areas.

Penistone's crime rate in June 2025 rose by 11.1% compared to May's 4.1 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the consistent presence of criminal activity in a built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 222 residents, a ratio that places Penistone among the safer areas in the UK. This monthly exposure is particularly notable when considering the area's population of 8,877, as it suggests that most residents are not directly affected by crime on a daily basis. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Penistone's crime profile remains low compared to the UK average, with the exception of vehicle crime, which slightly exceeds the national benchmark. These figures highlight a balance between localized challenges and the broader context of national crime trends.