Askern Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of just over 5,000 residents, 53 crimes were reported in November 2024, translating to a crime rate of 9.9 per 1,000 people—30.3% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This rate places Askern among the higher-performing built-up areas in the region for this month. The top crime types were violence and sexual offences (19 incidents, 35.9% of total), followed by other theft (9 incidents) and vehicle crime (7 incidents). Seasonal factors appear to have played a role, with November’s darker evenings and Bonfire Night events likely contributing to increased visibility of violent incidents. Meanwhile, Black Friday shopping could have influenced property crime patterns, though the data shows no significant spikes in shoplifting compared to previous months. The area’s proximity to Doncaster’s urban core may also drive vehicle crime, given the potential for commuter traffic and parking congestion in local roads. However, the sharp divergence from the UK average suggests that Askern’s crime profile reflects unique local dynamics, such as a higher concentration of vulnerable populations or specific environmental factors that amplify certain types of offences.

November saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to October, with robbery and drug-related offences doubling from zero to one and one respectively, while vehicle crime rose by 75% to seven incidents. These increases may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the onset of colder weather driving illicit activity indoors or the impact of Bonfire Night on local drug markets. Conversely, shoplifting fell sharply by 80% (from five to one incident), possibly due to lower foot traffic during the post-Black Friday lull or increased policing around retail areas. Violence and sexual offences remained high, with a rate of 3.5 per 1,000 (36% above the UK average), while other theft (1.7 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (1.3 per 1,000) also far exceeded national benchmarks. Anti-social behaviour, however, was slightly below the UK average, with 1.1 per 1,000 incidents recorded. For residents, the sharp drop in shoplifting may offer a tangible sign of improved local security measures or heightened awareness around high-value retail periods.

Askern’s crime rate in November 2024 (9.9 per 1,000) marks a 14.5% decrease from October’s 11.5 per 1,000, suggesting a temporary stabilization in local crime trends. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly two crimes reported per day in the built-up area—a figure that, while seemingly low, translates to one crime for every 101 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate highlights the significance of each incident in a relatively small population. When compared to the UK average, Askern’s higher-than-usual rates for violence (36% above), other theft (209% above), and vehicle crime (195% above) underscore the area’s distinct challenges. These disparities may be attributed to Askern’s position as a semi-rural commuter hub within Doncaster, where the convergence of local residents and transient populations could heighten vulnerability to certain crimes. The 1-in-101 monthly exposure rate also means that, statistically, every resident has a 1% chance of being directly affected by a crime during November—a figure that, while not alarmingly high, warrants continued attention from local authorities and community groups.