Worsbrough Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in Worsbrough during November 2023, accounting for nearly half of all reported incidents. At 10.4 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate was 38.7% above the UK average, a significant divergence that highlights the need for targeted policing strategies. This elevated level of violent crime is consistent with the area's characteristics as a built-up district within Barnsley, where population density and community dynamics may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict. The month also saw a sharp increase in drug-related incidents, which rose by 100% compared to the previous month, a trend that may be linked to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night or the post-Christmas retail calendar. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also remained above national averages, suggesting persistent challenges in managing public order. The seasonal context of November, with its dark evenings and major events like Black Friday, likely amplifies certain crime patterns. While property crimes accounted for 28 of the total 99 incidents, they were overshadowed by the volume of violent crime, which may reflect both demographic factors and local policing priorities. The data also shows that shoplifting, though below the UK average, saw a 100% increase, influenced by increased retail activity during the month. This combination of factors underscores the importance of understanding how local conditions shape crime patterns in Worsbrough.

Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, contributing 45.5% of total crimes and sitting 81% above the UK average. This stark divergence underscores the area's unique challenges compared to the national profile. Drug-related crimes surged by 100%, jumping from 2 to 4 incidents, a sharp rise that may reflect shifting patterns in illicit activity during the month. Conversely, public order offences fell sharply by 64.3%, likely influenced by the end of the October half-term holidays and the transition to darker evenings. Anti-social behaviour also declined by nearly 50%, though this category still remains 24% above the UK average. The drop in shoplifting cases to 4 (from 0 the previous month) suggests potential changes in retail security measures or consumer behaviour around Black Friday. Vehicle crime and public order offences were in line with or below the UK average, indicating some areas where local performance aligns with national trends.

Worsbrough's crime rate in November 2023 dropped by 24.5% compared to the previous month, falling from 13.8 to 10.4 per 1,000 residents. This decline suggests a temporary shift in criminal activity, possibly influenced by seasonal factors or local initiatives. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that may help residents gauge the frequency of incidents in their community. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure rate means that roughly one crime occurred for every 96 residents in Worsbrough during November. This metric provides a tangible sense of how crime is distributed across the area's population, though it does not account for variations in individual risk based on location or lifestyle. The reduction in overall crime rate contrasts with the persistent elevation of certain categories above the UK average, highlighting the need for targeted interventions in specific areas of concern.