Finningley Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Finningley’s overall crime rate in August 2023 stood at 3.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a stark contrast to the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This 59.3% deficit reflects a consistently lower crime profile than the national benchmark, a pattern that aligns with Finningley’s status as a built-up area within Doncaster, where community cohesion and relatively low population density may contribute to reduced incidents. The most prevalent crime type was vehicle-related offences, accounting for 25% of total crimes (5 incidents), a figure that exceeded the UK average by 63%. This anomaly may be attributed to Finningley’s proximity to major transport corridors and the presence of industrial estates, which could increase opportunities for vehicle crime. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, comprising 20% of reported crimes (4 incidents), though this rate was 51% below the UK average, suggesting a lower prevalence of disruptive activity in the area. Seasonal factors may also have influenced the crime profile: August, a peak holiday month, typically sees increased tourism and empty homes, which can elevate burglary risks. However, Finningley’s crime rates remained stable during this period, indicating that local preventive measures or community engagement initiatives may have mitigated seasonal vulnerabilities. The breakdown of violent crimes (4 incidents) at 0.7 per 1,000 residents—73% below the UK average—further underscores the area’s relative safety, though the absence of data on specific interventions means any causal links remain speculative. Overall, Finningley’s crime picture illustrates a combination of geographic and demographic factors that appear to keep crime rates well below national levels, even as certain categories like vehicle crime remain elevated compared to the UK.

August 2023 saw significant fluctuations in crime categories within Finningley. Vehicle crime surged by 66.7% month-on-month, rising from 3 to 5 incidents, a jump that outpaced the UK average by 63%. This increase may be linked to the area’s industrial infrastructure and the presence of transport networks that attract opportunistic offenders. Conversely, violent crimes fell sharply by 60%, dropping from 10 to 4 incidents, a decline that aligns with the broader trend of reduced violent crime in the region. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 33.3%, with 4 incidents reported, though this rate remained 51% below the UK average, highlighting a persistent gap between local and national patterns. Public order offences saw a 100% increase, moving from 0 to 2 incidents—a stark shift that may reflect heightened police visibility during August’s peak holiday season or increased community reporting. Shoplifting, which accounted for 15% of total crimes (3 incidents), fell by 25% compared to the previous month, consistent with seasonal patterns where retail activity wanes in late summer. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson dropped by 50%, from 4 to 2 incidents, due to warmer weather reducing the likelihood of arson. These shifts underscore the combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with Finningley’s unique characteristics—such as its industrial base and lower population density—playing a role in shaping crime dynamics. Residents might find the 66.7% increase in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a need for targeted measures to address this specific category.

Finningley’s crime rate in August 2023 (3.3 per 1,000) represented a 31.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.8 per 1,000, a decline that reinforces the area’s historically low crime profile. On a daily basis, the month saw roughly one crime reported per day, translating to a local frequency of 1 incident for every 304 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure, while low, highlights the importance of context: even minor fluctuations in crime rates can have noticeable impacts on community perception. When scaled to Finningley’s population of 6,083, the 20 reported crimes mean that each resident faced a 1-in-304 chance of being directly affected by a crime in August—a statistic that, while low, remains a tangible reminder of the risks associated with living in any urban area. The previous month’s rate of 4.8 per 1,000, which was itself below the UK average, suggests a consistent trend of declining crime in Finningley, though the 31% drop in August may reflect temporary factors such as increased police patrols or seasonal lulls in activity. Comparing Finningley’s data to the UK average reveals a broader picture: while vehicle crime remains 63% above the national benchmark, violent crime is 73% lower, and anti-social behaviour is 51% below. These disparities underscore the area’s distinct characteristics, which may include a more stable population, fewer high-traffic commercial zones, or stronger community policing efforts. For residents, the 1-in-304 monthly exposure rate provides a concrete measure of risk, though the overall low numbers suggest that Finningley continues to perform better than most areas in maintaining public safety.