Askern Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Askern’s crime rate in September 2023 stood at 15.3 per 1,000 residents, more than double the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This stark deviation from national trends underscores the area’s unique challenges, which may be linked to its built-up nature within Doncaster and the seasonal dynamics of September. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (24.4% of total incidents), other theft (20.7%), and criminal damage and arson (12.2%). These figures are consistent with the area’s profile as a densely populated suburb where public spaces and commercial zones may contribute to higher rates of property-related crimes. The seasonal context of September—marking the return of students and the transition from summer to autumn—could partly explain the rise in violent offences, which may be exacerbated by increased social interactions in public areas. Meanwhile, other theft and criminal damage far exceed UK averages, with the former being 433% above the national rate. This suggests that local factors, such as the presence of retail outlets or under-resourced community policing, may play a role. The data also reveals a shift in crime patterns, with property crimes now accounting for a larger share than violent crimes, a trend that may reflect changing priorities among offenders or environmental factors. Residents should be particularly aware of the risks associated with vehicle crime, which has surged sharply, and property-related offences, which remain high compared to the UK average.

September 2023 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, with vehicle crime jumping by 250% (from 2 to 7 incidents) and burglary rising by 150% (from 2 to 5). These spikes were accompanied by an 112.5% increase in other theft, which now constitutes 20.7% of all reported crimes. The surge in vehicle crime may be consistent with seasonal patterns, as the end of summer and the start of the academic year bring more traffic and parked vehicles to local areas. Meanwhile, other theft—often linked to retail environments—exceeded the UK average by 433%, a figure that would be of particular concern to shopkeepers and residents. In contrast, shoplifting fell by 50%, and anti-social behaviour dropped by the same margin, suggesting some success in targeted interventions or seasonal shifts in activity. However, the overall crime mix has shifted significantly toward property crimes, which now dominate the landscape. This shift contrasts with the UK average, where violent crime constitutes a larger share. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or vehicle congestion.

Askern’s crime rate in September 2023 rose to 15.3 per 1,000 residents, a 17.1% increase from the previous month’s 13.0 per 1,000. This places the area significantly above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, highlighting a persistent challenge. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly three crimes per day, a figure that, while localised, underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of 5,372. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 66 residents, a monthly exposure rate that may raise concerns among local residents. Comparing this to the previous month, the rise in crime is most pronounced in property-related offences, which now account for nearly half of all reported incidents. While the rate of anti-social behaviour halved, this decline does not offset the broader upward trend. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the crime burden is concentrated, with a single resident facing a 1-in-66 chance of being directly affected by a crime over the month. These figures, when contextualised, suggest that while some areas of the crime profile have improved, the overall trajectory remains concerning for community safety.