Worsbrough Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Worsbrough's crime rate in August 2025 was 10.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24.7% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This discrepancy underscores the area's unique challenges, particularly in anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 28.1% of all crimes (27 cases). Violence and sexual offences followed closely at 24.0% (23 cases), while criminal damage and arson made up 11.5% (11 cases). These figures align with the seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month that likely exacerbates issues such as anti-social behaviour and burglary due to increased tourism and empty properties. The dominance of anti-social behaviour—99% above the UK average—suggests systemic issues in community management or policing, potentially linked to the built-up nature of Worsbrough within Barnsley. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of violence and sexual offences (16% below the UK average) may reflect localised factors, such as effective community engagement or targeted policing initiatives. The data also highlights a sharp increase in 'other crime' and burglary, which could indicate evolving criminal trends or gaps in reporting. This complex picture requires a nuanced approach, balancing the need for targeted interventions with the recognition of broader socioeconomic factors that shape Worsbrough's crime profile.

August 2025 revealed stark shifts in crime patterns within Worsbrough. Burglary incidents surged by 300%, rising from two to eight cases—a jump that may be linked to the seasonal context of August, when empty homes increase burglary risks. Concurrently, 'other crime' and 'theft from the person' both doubled from previous months, indicating emerging or underreported issues. Anti-social behaviour remained the most prevalent category, with 27 cases (28.1% of total crimes), 99% above the UK average of 1.5 per 1,000. This category's dominance suggests ongoing challenges in managing public order. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 37.8% (from 37 to 23), possibly reflecting seasonal factors or effective policing interventions. Other theft fell sharply by 83.3%, from six to one case, a reduction that may signal improved security measures or underreporting. These fluctuations highlight the area's complex relationship with crime dynamics.

Worsbrough's crime rate in August 2025 stood at 10.1 per 1,000 residents, a 4.0% decrease from the previous month's 10.5 per 1,000. This slight downward trend suggests potential stabilisation in local crime patterns, though the rate remains higher than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in a built-up area with a population of 9,489. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 99 residents, a statistic that, when contextualised against the UK average, highlights the area's distinct challenges. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Worsbrough's crime burden is high relative to its size, particularly when compared to the UK's overall rate. This comparison is critical for residents and local authorities seeking to understand the area's position within national crime trends and to allocate resources effectively.