Armthorpe Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Armthorpe's crime rate in April 2023 stood at 10.1 per 1,000 residents, 34.7% above the UK average of 7.5. This figure positions the area as one of the most crime-affected built-up zones within Doncaster, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 40.4% of all reported crimes. The prevalence of violent crime—4.1 per 1,000, 58% above the UK average—suggests a persistent challenge in addressing public safety, particularly in high-traffic or densely populated areas. Shoplifting, at 1.7 per 1,000 and 254% above the UK average, emerged as the second most frequent crime, potentially linked to the area's retail presence and the seasonal dynamics of Easter and spring. Anti-social behaviour also remained elevated, contributing 11.6% of total crimes, though its rate was only 2% above the national average. The month's weather and increased outdoor activity during Easter may have influenced these patterns, with higher foot traffic creating opportunities for theft and disorder. While violent crime rates remain a critical concern, the stark contrast in property crime rates—shoplifting in particular—highlights a dual challenge for local authorities, requiring tailored strategies to address both personal safety and economic security.

April 2023 saw a dramatic surge in shoplifting, with incidents rising from 3 to 25—a 733.3% increase—making it the second most common crime category after violence. This spike, which is 254% above the UK average, may partly explain the area's overall elevated crime rate. Meanwhile, vehicle crime dropped sharply by 77.8% (from 9 to 2), aligning with the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000 and suggesting a possible shift in criminal activity towards more accessible targets. The breakdown also reveals a 17.1% share of shoplifting, contrasting with the 40.4% share of violent crimes, which are 58% above the UK average. Residents may find the 1.7 per 1,000 rate for shoplifting particularly concerning, as it reflects a sharp departure from previous months and indicates a need for targeted interventions in retail areas.

Armthorpe's crime rate in April 2023 rose to 10.1 per 1,000 residents, a 9.0% increase from the previous month's 9.2. This places the area significantly above the UK average of 7.5, with daily crime activity averaging five incidents per day. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 99 residents, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of 14,496. When compared to the UK average, Armthorpe's violent crime rate is 58% higher, and shoplifting is 254% above the national benchmark. These disparities suggest a localised concentration of specific crime types that may reflect the area's unique characteristics, such as its built-up nature within Doncaster. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the absolute number of crimes is manageable, the rate remains elevated relative to broader trends, warranting attention to local factors influencing these patterns.