Conisbrough Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2023, Conisbrough recorded 134 crimes across its population of 11,103 residents, translating to a crime rate of 12.1 per 1,000 people—49.4% above the UK average of 8.1. This figure places the area firmly in the upper echelon of crime rates nationally, despite its status as a built-up area within Doncaster. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (24.6% of total crimes), shoplifting (20.9%), and anti-social behaviour (14.9%). These patterns may reflect the area's character as a mixed-use urban centre with retail and community hubs that attract both residents and visitors. The seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month, likely amplifies certain crime dynamics, such as increased public order incidents and shoplifting during tourist activity. While the overall rate remains elevated, the breakdown shows a complex mix of crime types, with violent crimes accounting for a third of all incidents. This proportion is higher than the UK average for violence and sexual offences, which stood at 2.6 per 1,000. The presence of anti-social behaviour and public order offences at 25% and 117% above UK averages respectively suggests that community-focused policing strategies may be required to address these issues. Shoplifting, in particular, stands out as an area of significant divergence, with its rate 317% above the national average. This could be attributed to the concentration of retail outlets or the presence of transient populations during the summer months. The data also reveals that criminal damage and arson incidents, though fewer in number, were 43% above the UK average, linked to the area's industrial or residential infrastructure. These findings collectively illustrate an area where crime prevention efforts need to be tailored to specific local conditions, such as retail environments, public spaces, and community engagement initiatives.

August 2023 brought stark contrasts in crime trends, with public order offences surging by 180% compared to July, rising from 5 to 14 incidents. This jump aligns with August's status as a peak holiday month, when seasonal tourism may increase tensions in public spaces. Robbery rates also doubled, with two incidents reported after one in July, a change that may reflect heightened activity in retail or hospitality areas during summer evenings. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 45.5%, from 11 to 6 incidents, due to reduced car-related thefts during warmer weather or changes in parking patterns. The breakdown of crimes reveals shoplifting as a particularly acute issue, with 28 incidents—317% above the UK average. This figure suggests that local retail environments, in the town centre, are experiencing significant challenges with theft. Anti-social behaviour remained 25% above the UK average, with 20 incidents recorded, a statistic that may correlate with the area's built-up character and population density. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas and times.

August 2023 saw a slight decrease in Conisbrough's crime rate compared to the previous month, falling from 12.5 to 12.1 per 1,000 residents—a 3.6% decline. This small shift contrasts with the broader trend of remaining significantly above the UK average. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 4 incidents per day over the 31-day period, highlighting the persistent presence of crime in the area. When scaled to the population of 11,103, this translates to one reported crime for every 83 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure figure does not account for daily fluctuations, it provides context for residents: in a typical month, the likelihood of encountering a crime is roughly 1-in-83. This statistic, when compared to the UK's overall crime profile, underscores Conisbrough's unique challenges. The area's built-up nature within Doncaster likely contributes to higher visibility of certain crimes, such as anti-social behaviour and public order issues, which remain represented compared to national averages. The population context further suggests that targeted local initiatives may be necessary to address these persistent imbalances.