Denaby Main Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

August 2024 marked a significant shift in Denaby Main's crime profile, with the most dramatic change occurring in violence and sexual offences, which fell by 35.1% compared to the previous month. This built-up area within Doncaster recorded a crime rate of 13.3 per 1,000 residents, 62.2% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. The top three crime types were violence and sexual offences (35.3% of total incidents), anti-social behaviour (26.5%), and public order offences (13.2%). These figures align with the area's seasonal context, as August is typically a peak holiday month, potentially increasing burglary risks in empty homes. However, the sharp decline in violent crime contrasts with the 100% increase in 'Other crime' and the 28.6% rise in anti-social behaviour, suggesting a combination of factors. The area's elevated rates for public order offences (186% above UK average) and anti-social behaviour (143% above) highlight persistent challenges in community management. While the overall crime rate has decreased from July, the remaining disparities compared to national averages indicate ongoing pressures. The seasonal context of August—characterised by holiday activity and increased foot traffic—may contribute to certain crime patterns, though the absence of a corresponding rise in property crimes is notable. This data underscores the need for targeted interventions to address specific categories while maintaining the downward trend observed in violent offences.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift occurred in violence and sexual offences, which fell by 35.1% (from 37 to 24 incidents). This decline contrasts sharply with the 100% surge in 'Other crime' (2 to 4 cases), suggesting a shift in criminal activity focus. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 28.6% (14 to 18 cases), aligning with the area's 143% above UK average for this category. Vehicle crime plummeted by 75% (8 to 2 cases), a stark deviation from the usual trend. The breakdown reveals a stark imbalance: violent crimes accounted for 35.3% of total incidents, far exceeding the UK average for this category. This spike in violence, coupled with the sharp drop in vehicle crime, may reflect changes in local policing priorities or seasonal patterns affecting different crime types. Residents should be aware that while overall crime has decreased, certain categories like anti-social behaviour remain significantly elevated compared to national benchmarks.

Denaby Main's crime rate in August 2024 fell by 21.8% compared to July's 17.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a notable decline. This reduction is reflected in the daily crime count, which averaged 2 reported incidents per day over the 31-day period. When scaled to the area's population of 5,102, this equates to one crime occurring for every 75 residents over the course of the month. While the overall rate remains 62.2% above the UK average, the month-on-month drop suggests a shift in local dynamics. The population-scaled perspective highlights that residents faced a higher risk of crime than the national average, though the recent decrease may indicate improved policing efforts or seasonal factors influencing criminal activity. The contrast between August's figures and the previous month underscores the volatility of crime patterns in this built-up area, which sits within Doncaster's broader urban framework.