Wombwell Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

August 2023 marked a notable escalation in crime across Wombwell, a built-up area within Barnsley, with the overall crime rate reaching 10.9 per 1,000 residents — 34.6% above the UK average of 8.1. This surge underscores a shift in local crime dynamics, with violent and sexual offences dominating at 28.5% of total incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.5%) and burglary (12.8%). The seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month, may contribute to these trends, as increased tourism and empty homes could heighten burglary risks. Violence and sexual offences in Wombwell (3.1 per 1,000) are 17% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (2.4 per 1,000) is 67% above the national rate. Burglary, though less common nationally (0.3 per 1,000), is 312% higher in Wombwell, suggesting vulnerabilities in property security or policing priorities. These figures align with patterns observed in similar urban centres where transient populations and seasonal fluctuations amplify specific crime types. The dominance of property crimes (65 total) over violent crimes (49) indicates a combination of environmental factors and community safety measures. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or unoccupied properties during holidays.

August 2023 saw alarming increases in several crime categories, with anti-social behaviour surging by 76.2% (21 to 37 incidents) compared to July. This rise, coupled with a 100% increase in 'other crime' (3 to 6) and a doubling of possession of weapons reports (0 to 1), signals emerging challenges for local authorities. Anti-social behaviour, now 2.4 per 1,000 — 67% above the UK average — may reflect heightened tensions during the summer months or underreported incidents in public spaces. Burglary (22 cases) remains high, at 312% above the UK average, likely tied to August’s empty homes and increased travel. Violent crime (49 cases) is 17% above the UK average, with 3.1 per 1,000 residents affected, though this is slightly lower than the overall rate. Residents should be particularly cautious in areas with high transient populations or during late-night hours, as the breakdown shows a 12.8% share of burglary and 28.5% of violent crime. Conversely, drug-related incidents fell by 80% (5 to 1), and theft from the person dropped by 50% (2 to 1), suggesting targeted policing efforts or reduced opportunities during the summer. These contrasting trends highlight the need for tailored strategies to address rising anti-social behaviour and property crime.

Wombwell’s crime rate in August 2023 (10.9 per 1,000) represents a 12.3% increase from July’s 9.7 per 1,000, reflecting a growing concern for local residents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 6 crimes per day — a figure that, while not directly comparable to UK-wide averages, underscores the urgency of localized interventions. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 91 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualized with Wombwell’s population of 15,732, highlights the need for community-focused crime prevention. This rate is particularly stark when compared to the UK average, where the same monthly exposure would equate to roughly 1 in 130 residents. The disparity is most pronounced in anti-social behaviour and burglary, which are significantly higher than national rates. For instance, anti-social behaviour in Wombwell is 67% above the UK average, a figure that, when scaled to the area’s population, suggests a high impact on local quality of life. Residents should consider these statistics when assessing personal safety, particularly in communal spaces or during peak summer hours. The comparison also reveals that while some categories, such as drug-related crime, have decreased, the overall trajectory remains upward, necessitating a reevaluation of existing strategies to address the root causes of these increases.