Finningley Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Finningley’s crime profile in April 2024 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property-related incidents, shaped by both local characteristics and seasonal rhythms. The area’s overall crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents—53.2% below the UK average—positions it as one of the safer built-up areas within Doncaster. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime mix, accounting for 36.4% of all reported incidents.3 per 1,000—49% below the national average. This suggests that while violent crime remains a concern, its frequency is significantly lower than elsewhere in the UK. Vehicle crime, at 22.7% of total incidents, stands out as a notable outlier, with a rate of 0.8 per 1,000—70% above the UK average. This discrepancy may reflect Finningley’s proximity to major transport routes or the presence of car parks that attract opportunistic theft. Anti-social behaviour, though a smaller share of the total (18.2%), saw a dramatic increase of 300% compared to March, potentially linked to the Easter period’s social gatherings or changes in local enforcement. The spring season, with its increased outdoor activity and warmer weather, likely contributes to the persistence of certain crime types, such as vehicle-related incidents and public order offences. However, the area’s overall low crime rate, combined with its below-average violent crime rates, suggests a community that, while not immune to challenges, maintains a relatively secure environment compared to the national picture.

April 2024 marked a stark contrast in crime trends for Finningley, with anti-social behaviour surging by 300% as the category expanded from one to four incidents. This spike, though still low in absolute terms, suggests a potential shift in local dynamics or unmet community needs. Vehicle crime also doubled from zero to five incidents, a 100% increase that may reflect seasonal factors such as increased car use during spring or changes in local vehicle storage patterns. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by 75% from four to one incident, a decline that could align with the Easter period’s lower public activity or targeted interventions. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 36.4% of total crimes, but at a rate of 1.3 per 1,000—49% below the UK average. This disparity underscores Finningley’s unique profile, where violent crime is less prevalent than in other parts of the country.

April 2024 saw a continued decline in Finningley’s overall crime rate, falling to 3.6 per 1,000 residents from 4.0 per 1,000 in March—an 8.4% decrease. This places the area well below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, highlighting a consistent pattern of lower-than-national crime levels. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of one crime per day over the month, a figure that contextualises the low frequency of incidents for residents. When considering the population-scaled perspective, over the course of April, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 277 residents—a rate that reflects the area’s comparatively safe environment. This monthly exposure metric provides a tangible sense of risk for those living in Finningley, showing that the likelihood of encountering crime is significantly lower than the national average. The decrease in criminal damage and arson by 75% from March further reinforces the idea that specific crime types are being addressed or naturally fluctuating with seasonal factors.