Wombwell Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 15,732, Wombwell recorded 122 crimes in October 2023 — equating to 7.8 crimes per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 2.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This overall rate masks a nuanced picture of crime distribution, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 36.9% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (19.7%) and public order offences (11.5%). The seasonal context of October, marked by darker evenings and the approach of Halloween, likely influenced the prevalence of certain crime types. For instance, the higher-than-average rates of public order offences and anti-social behaviour may be tied to increased social activity in the built-up area of Wombwell, where community spaces and local amenities could contribute to heightened interactions. Conversely, the lower-than-average rates of vehicle crime (42% below the UK average) and shoplifting (66% below) suggest that factors such as reduced foot traffic during the month or improved security measures in retail areas may have played a role. The data also highlights the disproportionate impact of violent crime, which, at 2.9 per 1,000, exceeds the UK average for this category by 7%, a figure that may reflect broader socioeconomic challenges within the area. These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions that address both the specific risks of violent crime and the underlying factors contributing to anti-social behaviour, while also capitalizing on the positive trends observed in property-related offences.

October 2023 saw stark fluctuations in Wombwell's crime profile. Other crime surged by 133.3%, rising from 3 to 7 incidents, while shoplifting more than doubled, increasing from 0 to 3 cases. These jumps contrast sharply with a 76.5% decline in vehicle crime, which fell from 17 to 4 incidents — a shift that may reflect seasonal changes, such as reduced car usage during darker evenings. The breakdown of crime types reveals a notable divergence from UK averages: violence and sexual offences were 7% above the national rate, and anti-social behaviour was 17% higher. Public order offences, meanwhile, exceeded the UK average by 53%, a figure that could be linked to the area's built-up character and the influence of Halloween-related activities. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the sharp rise in 'other crime' — a category that, while undefined in the data, may include unclassified incidents such as fraud or cybercrime, underscoring the need for community awareness around evolving threats.

Wombwell's crime rate in October 2023 dropped by 23.8% compared to the previous month, reflecting a marked shift in local crime patterns. With 122 crimes reported across 31 days, the area experienced an average of 4 crimes per day — a figure that translates to roughly one reported crime for every 129 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while lower than the previous month's 10.2 per 1,000, remains a tangible reminder of the area's ongoing security challenges. The population-scaled perspective reveals that for every 1,000 residents, 7.8 crimes were recorded, a slight improvement on the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. However, the distribution of crime types tells a different story. While vehicle crime and shoplifting saw significant declines compared to the UK average, violent crimes and anti-social behaviour remained elevated. This contrast highlights the combination of local demographics and broader national trends, with Wombwell's built-up area within Barnsley likely shaped by factors such as population density and community dynamics that differ from more rural or suburban regions.