Wombwell Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wombwell's crime rate in July 2025 stood at 10.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 18.6% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area's consistently higher-than-average crime profile, particularly in violent and anti-social categories. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 39.8% of all reported crimes, with 64 incidents recorded — 35% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 24.2% of total crimes, while criminal damage and arson made up 7.5%. These figures suggest a built-up area with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where public spaces may be more prone to disorder. July's seasonal context — peak summer, school holidays, and festivals — likely influenced these patterns. The high rate of violence and anti-social behaviour may be consistent with the area's character as a commuter hub within Barnsley, where transient populations and late-night venues could contribute to increased incidents. However, the data also reveals some positive trends: shoplifting remained 85% below the UK average, indicating strong retail security measures. This contrast highlights the complexity of local crime dynamics, where targeted interventions in specific areas may offset broader challenges. The elevated rates of violence and anti-social behaviour, however, suggest a need for continued focus on community engagement and policing strategies tailored to the area's unique context.

July 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with drug-related offences surging by 300% compared to June, reflecting a sharp increase from one to four incidents. This jump, while small in absolute terms, may partly explain the area's elevated crime profile. Vehicle crime also rose sharply, increasing by 150% as incidents moved from four to ten, potentially linked to summer events or increased traffic in the built-up area. Anti-social behaviour followed with a 50% increase, reaching 39 incidents — 61% above the UK average for this category. This spike aligns with the seasonal context of July, when festivals and extended daylight hours may contribute to higher public disorder. Conversely, burglary and possession of weapons both decreased: burglary fell by 50% (from eight to four incidents), while possession of weapons dropped by two-thirds (from three to one). These declines could indicate improved community engagement or targeted policing efforts. Shoplifting remained 85% below the UK average, suggesting continued effectiveness in retail security measures despite the overall rise in crime.

Wombwell's crime rate in July 2025 rose to 10.2 per 1,000 residents, a 5.9% increase from June's 9.7 per 1,000. This marks the first monthly rise since mid-2024, though the overall rate remains below the annual average for the area. Daily crime statistics show an average of five reported crimes per day in July, a figure that aligns with seasonal patterns of increased public activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 98 residents, a rate that, while notable, is consistent with the area's built-up character and population density. When scaled to the local context, this means that for every 100 residents, slightly more than one crime was recorded in July. The increase from June is most pronounced in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime, both of which saw significant month-on-month growth. These shifts suggest a possible correlation with summer festivals and extended evening hours, though local factors such as public events or changes in policing strategies may also play a role.