Dunscroft and Hatfield Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Dunscroft and Hatfield's crime rate in August 2024 stood at 9.5 per 1,000, a figure 15.9% above the UK average of 8.2. This places the built-up area within Doncaster among the higher-performing regions in terms of crime rates, though the context of local demographics and geography must be considered. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (32.5% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (28.5%) and vehicle crime (14.6%). These patterns may be influenced by the area's urban character and seasonal factors, with August's peak holiday season potentially contributing to increased property-related crimes. The violence and sexual offences rate at 3.1 per 1,000 is 15% above the UK average, a figure that could reflect the area's proximity to larger urban centres and the associated social dynamics. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.7 per 1,000, remains 88% above the UK average, a persistent issue that may be exacerbated by the area's built-up environment and summer activity patterns. Vehicle crime, while not typically dominant in rural areas, rose sharply in August, linked to increased traffic or holiday-related movement. The seasonal context of August—as a peak holiday month—may also have influenced burglary rates, though the area's burglary rate remains 6% below the UK average. This suggests that while some crime types are affected by local and seasonal factors, others remain within or slightly above national norms. The overall crime rate, while higher than the UK average, does not indicate an isolated or worsening trend, but rather a combination of local conditions and broader national patterns.

August 2024 saw a sharp 157.1% increase in vehicle crime, rising from seven to 18 incidents. This spike may partly explain the 3.4% overall rate increase compared to July. (12 to 2) and other crime dropped by 50% (4 to 2). The area's violent crime rate, at 3.1 per 1,000, is 15% above the UK average, with 40 incidents reported—over a third of all crimes. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.7 per 1,000, remains 88% above the UK average, a persistent issue that may reflect the area's built-up character and seasonal activity patterns. Burglary rose by 33.3% (3 to 4), which could be linked to August's peak holiday season and the increased risk of empty homes, though the rate remains 6% below the UK average. Residents may find the 83.3% drop in other theft particularly noteworthy, indicating a potential shift in criminal activity patterns during the summer months.

Dunscroft and Hatfield's crime rate rose slightly to 9.5 per 1,000 in August 2024, a 3.4% increase from 9.2 per 1,000 in July. This places the area 15.9% above the UK average, though the pace of change is modest compared to some regions. Daily crime activity remains consistent, with approximately four crimes reported each day in the built-up area, reflecting a pattern that aligns with local rhythms. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 105 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in a way that accounts for the area's population of 12,961. While the overall rate is up, the distribution of crime types shows marked variations: anti-social behaviour, for instance, remains 88% above the UK average, suggesting persistent local challenges that may require targeted interventions. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the increase, the area's crime burden remains relatively contained compared to larger urban centres.