Dunscroft and Hatfield Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Dunscroft and Hatfield’s crime rate in February 2026 stood at 8.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 26.6% above the UK average of 6.4. This disparity underscores a persistent challenge in maintaining safety relative to national standards. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (22.9%) and vehicle crime (14.3%). These figures align with patterns often seen in built-up areas within larger urban centres, where high population density and community interactions can contribute to higher rates of interpersonal and property-related offences. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with limited outdoor activity—may have influenced the distribution of crimes, with indoor and community-based incidents likely playing a larger role. However, direct causation, and local factors such as the area’s proximity to Doncaster’s broader urban infrastructure may also be relevant. Violent crimes saw a 15.4% decrease compared to the previous month, reflecting temporary shifts in community activity or policing efforts. The high rate of anti-social behaviour, which was 109% above the UK average, highlights a need for targeted interventions in public spaces. Vehicle crime, at 243% above the national average, may be linked to the area’s built-up nature and potential vulnerabilities in vehicle security, though further analysis would be required to confirm this. Overall, the crime profile illustrates a combination of local conditions and broader regional trends, requiring a nuanced approach to addressing safety concerns.

February 2026 saw sharp increases in public order offences (+133.3%) and robbery (+100.0%), with public order offences rising from three to seven incidents. These jumps contrast with declines in shoplifting (-50.0%) and other theft (-44.4%), suggesting shifting patterns in criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.9 per 1,000, was 109% above the UK average, a stark deviation that may reflect local social dynamics or enforcement challenges. Vehicle crime, at 1.2 per 1,000, was 243% above the UK average, a figure that could be linked to the area’s built-up nature and potential vulnerabilities in vehicle security. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell sharply, influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic in winter. For residents, the 1-in-123 monthly exposure rate offers a concrete metric to contextualise personal risk, though the overall rate remains stable compared to January.

Dunscroft and Hatfield’s crime rate in February 2026 remained stable at 8.1 per 1,000 residents, unchanged from the previous month. This rate translates to approximately four reported crimes per day, a figure that reflects the area’s ongoing challenges with crime relative to the UK average. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 123 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents in this built-up area of Doncaster. While the rate has not shifted significantly in the short term, the population context reveals that crime remains high compared to national standards. With 12,961 residents, the area’s relatively small size amplifies the impact of even minor fluctuations in crime statistics. The daily crime count provides a tangible sense of local experience, underscoring that residents face a higher likelihood of encountering crime than the UK average. This comparison is critical for understanding the area’s position within broader national trends and for informing community-focused initiatives.