Thurnscoe Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2025, Thurnscoe—a built-up area within Barnsley—recorded 68 crimes across a population of 9,522 residents, equating to a crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 people. This rate is 7.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, positioning the area as slightly safer than the national benchmark. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 38.2% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.2%) and criminal damage and arson (13.2%). These figures reflect a mix of persistent challenges and seasonal influences, with April’s Easter period and spring weather likely contributing to increased outdoor activity and associated risks. The dominance of violent crime over property crime contrasts with some UK regions, where property offences often dominate. However, Thurnscoe’s relatively low rates of anti-social behaviour and shoplifting suggest localized factors, such as community engagement or effective policing, may be at play. The seasonal context of April—characterized by longer days and the start of the Easter holiday—may have influenced crime patterns, with some incidents linked to increased foot traffic in public spaces. While the area’s overall safety profile is encouraging, the sharp rise in robbery and the persistent prevalence of violence and sexual offences indicate areas requiring targeted attention. These trends underscore the importance of ongoing community initiatives and law enforcement strategies tailored to the unique dynamics of a built-up area within a larger urban context.

April 2025 marked a sharp increase in robbery incidents, rising from 2 to 5—a 150% surge—despite an overall decline in the area’s crime rate. This spike contrasts with a 47.1% drop in criminal damage and arson, which fell from 17 to 9, suggesting shifting patterns in criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences. from March, remained 3% above the UK average at 2.7 per 1,000 residents. Meanwhile, shoplifting saw a 100% increase, with one incident reported in April compared to none in March, a trend that may reflect seasonal factors such as Easter-related shopping activity. Anti-social behaviour, however, continued to be significantly lower than the UK average, with 1.0 per 1,000 residents compared to the national 1.3. These fluctuations highlight the need for residents to remain vigilant in specific areas, such as retail zones, where shoplifting and robbery rates have shown recent increases.

April 2025 saw a 21.9% decrease in Thurnscoe’s crime rate compared to March, dropping from 9.1 to 7.1 per 1,000 residents. This reduction aligns with a broader trend observed in similar built-up areas during spring, where increased daylight and community activities may contribute to lower crime levels. Locally, the daily crime count averaged two incidents per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 140 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides context for residents, showing that while crime is present, it remains relatively infrequent in a community of 9,522 people. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that Thurnscoe’s rate is 7.8% below the UK average, suggesting a safer environment compared to national trends. However, this comparison should be viewed within the area’s unique context, as local factors such as community engagement and seasonal shifts may play a role in the disparity.