Wombwell Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Wombwell's crime profile in May 2023 reveals a stark imbalance between property and violent crime, with the latter dominating at 61 incidents—37.4% of all recorded crimes. This 30% increase over the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000 residents underscores a growing divergence from national trends. The top crime types were violence and sexual offences, followed by anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. This pattern may be influenced by May's seasonal context, including bank holidays and longer evenings that encourage outdoor socialising and drinking. The area's built-up nature within Barnsley likely contributes to higher levels of anti-social behaviour, as urban environments often see spikes in such incidents during warmer months. Violent crime rates in Wombwell are 40% above the UK average for this category, a figure consistent with the presence of a retail and service-based economy that may increase interactions in public spaces. Meanwhile, property crimes, though lower in absolute numbers, remain elevated compared to the UK average for burglary and vehicle crime. The data suggests a combination of local demographics, seasonal activity, and the built environment, with the need for targeted policing and community initiatives to address the disproportionate rise in violent and anti-social incidents.

May 2023 saw a 150% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 14 to 35 incidents, a stark shift in the crime mix. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in drugs-related offences and a similar jump in 'other crime' categories, indicates a growing challenge in managing public order. Violent crimes dominated the landscape, with 61 incidents recorded—37.4% of all crimes—significantly above the UK average for this category. The property crime rate, while lower at 45 incidents, still reflects a 3.9 per 1,000 rate for violence and sexual offences, which is 40% above the UK average. Vehicle crime decreased by 11% compared to the UK average, suggesting local factors such as parking patterns or enforcement efforts may be influencing this category. These shifts highlight the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, which may be linked to the seasonal increase in outdoor socialising and longer evenings typical of May.

Wombwell's crime rate in May 2023 rose to 10.4 per 1,000 residents, a 33.7% increase from April's 7.8 per 1,000. This shift positions the area 30% above the UK average, highlighting a growing divergence from national trends. On a daily basis, 5 crimes were reported each day in May, reflecting a consistent presence of criminal activity in the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 97 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the local population. This monthly exposure rate, while not uncommon for urban areas, underscores the need for sustained community engagement. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Wombwell's 15,732 residents face a higher-than-average risk of violent crime, with 61 incidents of violence and sexual offences recorded—37.4% of all crimes. This concentration of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where such offences account for 40% of total crimes. The comparison with national data suggests that Wombwell's social dynamics, possibly influenced by its urban character, contribute to this elevated rate of violent incidents.