Wombwell Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Wombwell’s crime rate in November 2024 stood at 8.8 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 15.8% above the UK average of 7.6. This places the area among the higher-performing regions nationally, though the specific nature of the crime profile reveals a distinct pattern. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36% of all reported crimes, with 50 incidents recorded, significantly above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 24.5% of total crimes, with 34 cases reported — a rate 98% above the UK average. These figures suggest a persistent challenge in managing public disorder, potentially linked to the area’s social dynamics and the seasonal context of November. The month’s darker evenings, coupled with events like Bonfire Night, may have contributed to an environment conducive to such offences. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson accounted for 9.4% of crimes, with 13 incidents reported, 40% above the UK average. This pattern of property-related offences may be influenced by the built-up nature of Wombwell, where vandalism could be more prevalent in public spaces. The seasonal context of November, with its shorter days and increased focus on events like Black Friday, may have also impacted retail-related crimes, though shoplifting fell sharply by 50% compared to the previous month. These trends highlight the need for targeted interventions that address both immediate spikes in violent crime and the broader structural factors contributing to the area’s elevated crime rate.

November 2024 saw a 66.7% increase in 'other crime' cases, jumping from 3 to 5 incidents. This surge, though small in absolute terms, highlights a shift in the crime profile that may reflect evolving criminal activity or underreporting of certain offences. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences rose by 28.2%, from 39 to 50 cases, a sharp increase that outpaces the UK average for this category by 24%. Anti-social behaviour remained 98% above the UK average, with 34 incidents reported, suggesting persistent local challenges in managing disruptive conduct. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by 66.7%, from 3 to 1, and shoplifting dropped by 50%, from 2 to 1, potentially influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during darker evenings. Vehicle crime also declined by 35.7%, from 14 to 9, linked to fewer car-related activities during the month. These fluctuations underscore the combination of local conditions and broader crime trends.

Wombwell’s crime rate in November 2024 rose slightly to 8.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 2.3% increase from the previous month’s rate of 8.6. This places the area 15.8% above the UK average, a disparity that persists despite the overall rate remaining relatively stable. On a daily basis, 5 crimes were reported each day, a figure that, while local to Wombwell, underscores the consistent presence of criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 113 residents, a monthly exposure that reflects the area’s ongoing challenges with crime. With a population of 15,732, the local context suggests that the rate is high compared to national benchmarks. The relatively modest month-on-month increase may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as shorter evenings and the timing of events like Bonfire Night, which could contribute to higher incidents of anti-social behaviour and public order offences.