Askern Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Askern's crime profile in May 2025, accounting for 32.9% of reported incidents. With a total crime rate of 14.7 per 1,000 residents—81.5% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000—the area's profile is starkly divergent from national trends. This elevated rate is driven by a combination of factors, including the seasonal context of May, which brings longer evenings and increased social activity. The prominence of violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk environments, such as public spaces where alcohol consumption may be more prevalent. Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) and criminal damage and arson (9 incidents) further compound the challenge, with both categories exceeding the UK average by over 70% and 183% respectively. These figures align with the characteristics of a built-up area within Doncaster, where population density and limited open space may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict and property-related crimes. The seasonal transition from spring to summer, marked by bank holidays and extended daylight hours, may have influenced patterns of outdoor drinking and socialising, which could explain the rise in violent incidents. While shoplifting remains below the UK average, the overall trajectory indicates a need for sustained community engagement and policing strategies tailored to local conditions.

May 2025 saw dramatic increases in several crime categories, with criminal damage and arson jumping 350% (from 2 to 9 incidents) and burglary rising 300% (from 1 to 4). Anti-social behaviour also surged by 150%, reflecting a sharp shift in the crime mix. These figures contrast with a 33.3% decrease in public order offences, which fell from six to four. Violence and sexual offences remain the dominant category, with 26 incidents—70% above the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. This category's prominence aligns with May's seasonal context: longer evenings and bank holidays may have contributed to increased socialising and associated conflicts. Shoplifting was the only category below the UK average, with 0.6 per 1,000 compared to the national 0.7. Residents may find the 1-in-68 monthly exposure figure particularly relevant, as it contextualises the risk within the local population. The stark contrast between rising property crimes and falling public order offences suggests shifting patterns in criminal activity.

Askern's crime rate in May 2025 rose to 14.7 per 1,000 residents, a 61.3% increase from 9.1 per 1,000 in April. This places the area significantly above national averages, with daily crime activity averaging three incidents per day. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 68 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a small built-up area. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the rate is 81.5% higher than the UK average, which stands at 8.1 per 1,000. This disparity underscores the need for localised analysis, as the UK figure masks regional variations. The daily crime context provides a tangible measure for residents: in a typical day, three incidents occur across 5,372 people, equivalent to roughly one in 1,790 individuals. This statistic, while not directly comparable to national daily rates, illustrates the immediate impact of crime on the community. The increase in violent and property crimes, coupled with a sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, suggests a combination of local factors and broader trends.