Armthorpe Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Armthorpe's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 9.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 18.2% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This built-up area within Doncaster, home to approximately 14,500 residents, experiences a distinct crime profile shaped by its urban character and seasonal rhythms. Anti-social behaviour was the most reported category, contributing nearly 30% of all crimes (39 incidents), significantly outpacing the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences followed closely, with 36 incidents recorded, slightly below the national average. The spring season, marked by Easter and warmer weather, likely contributed to increased outdoor activity, which may partly explain the prominence of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. While property crimes (36 total) and violent crimes (36 total) remained balanced, the data highlights a notable divergence from the UK trend in anti-social behaviour, which is 103% above the national rate. This suggests a unique local dynamic, possibly influenced by the area's proximity to industrial zones and community spaces that see regular public gatherings. The seasonal context of April, with its mix of school holidays and Easter-related events, may have amplified tensions in shared spaces.

April 2025 saw a 200% increase in 'other crime' incidents, rising from 2 to 6, and a 100% rise in possession of weapons cases (0 to 2). These spikes contrast with a 66.7% drop in vehicle crime (18 to 6) and a 45.5% reduction in shoplifting (11 to 6). The crime mix shifted with property crimes (36) and violent crimes (36) remaining equal, but anti-social behaviour (39) dominating as the most prevalent category. This contrasts with the UK average, where anti-social behaviour is 103% higher than the national rate. Meanwhile, shoplifting in Armthorpe was 39% below the UK average (0.7 per 1,000), suggesting effective local retail security measures or lower foot traffic during Easter. The 62.5% increase in criminal damage and arson (8 to 13) may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased outdoor activity during spring. For residents, the sharp decline in vehicle crime is a clear positive, with fewer incidents reported in April compared to March, possibly linked to changes in parking patterns during the Easter holiday period.

Armthorpe's crime rate in April 2025 (9.1 per 1,000) was 5% lower than the previous month's rate of 9.6 per 1,000, indicating a modest downward trend. Over the course of the month, 132 crimes were reported, translating to roughly 4 crimes per day—slightly higher than the UK average daily rate but not directly comparable due to missing national data. On a monthly basis, 1 in every 110 residents experienced a reported crime, a figure that contextualises the impact of crime on the local population. This rate is higher than the UK average, but the 5% monthly decline suggests some stabilisation. The population context is critical: with 14,500 residents, even a small percentage change in crime rates has tangible effects. For instance, the 18.2% gap above the UK average means Armthorpe's residents face a higher risk of encountering crime compared to the national picture. While the daily crime count may seem abstract, the monthly exposure metric provides a clearer sense of how frequently crime affects local life. This data underscores the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas where anti-social behaviour and criminal damage are high relative to the UK average.