Dunscroft and Hatfield Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Dunscroft and Hatfield's crime rate in January 2026 stood at 8.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 19.1% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area's position as a built-up district within Doncaster, where urban density and community dynamics may contribute to higher-than-average criminal activity. The top three crime types—violence and sexual offences (37.1% of total), anti-social behaviour (15.2%), and criminal damage and arson (9.5%)—reflect patterns typical of medium-sized urban centres with mixed residential and commercial zones. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.0 per 1,000, remain elevated compared to the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000, a trend that may be influenced by local factors such as community cohesion or policing priorities. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday, reduced retail activity, and shorter days—likely contributed to the lower incidence of outdoor crimes, though indoor and property-related offences persisted. Anti-social behaviour, which is 29% above the UK average, may be exacerbated by the area's proximity to transport hubs or public amenities that attract transient populations. The high rate of criminal damage and arson (67% above UK average) could be linked to the built-up nature of the area, where property density and potential for vandalism are greater. These statistics, when contextualised, illustrate the combination of local geography, seasonal rhythms, and policing effectiveness in shaping crime trends.

January 2026 saw a notable 100% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 0 to 8 incidents. This surge aligns with the post-holiday period, where heightened social interactions and reduced retail footfall may contribute to increased illicit activity. Possession of weapons also rose by 100%, reflecting a small but significant shift in crime dynamics. Conversely, public order offences fell by 40%, potentially linked to seasonal factors such as shorter daylight hours reducing opportunities for disorder. Shoplifting decreased by 33.3%, a trend consistent with lower foot traffic during January. The area's violent crime rate (3.0 per 1,000) remains 20% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (1.2 per 1,000) is 29% above national levels. These disparities highlight the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories, even as some areas of the crime profile show improvement.

Dunscroft and Hatfield's crime rate remained stable at 8.1 per 1,000 residents in January 2026, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency suggests no immediate spikes or dips in overall criminal activity. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 3 incidents per day, highlighting the need for ongoing vigilance in high-traffic areas. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 123 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the area's population of 12,961. While the rate is 19.1% above the UK average, the stability in month-on-month figures indicates that local patterns have not shifted dramatically. This suggests that factors such as community engagement or policing strategies may have maintained a steady baseline, even as specific crime categories fluctuated. The monthly exposure metric—1-in-123 residents—provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, though it remains lower than the UK average when considering the broader national context.