Finningley Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Finningley’s crime profile in May 2024 reflects a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics. The overall crime rate stood at 4.8 per 1,000 residents, a figure 42.9% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This suggests a relatively low-crime environment compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.8% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.8%) and criminal damage and arson (10.3%). These figures align with the area’s character as a built-up district within Doncaster, where community cohesion may mitigate some risks but localized tensions persist. The seasonal context of May—marked by longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributes to spikes in public order incidents and alcohol-related disturbances. While property crime remains relatively low (13.8% of total crimes), the concentration of violent offences highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-risk settings such as public spaces or late-night venues. direct links to specific causes, but the timing of incidents aligns with typical patterns seen in similar urban centres during spring, when social activity intensifies. This month’s figures underscore the importance of maintaining community policing efforts and addressing the root causes of violent crime in the area.

May 2024 saw dramatic shifts in Finningley’s crime profile, with criminal damage and arson surging by 200% month-on-month—a jump from one to three incidents. This spike, alongside a 200% increase in public order offences, points to a notable rise in disruptive behaviour during the spring season. The 80% drop in vehicle crime (from five to one incident) contrasts sharply with these increases, suggesting a possible reallocation of criminal activity toward more immediate, visible targets. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, accounting for 44.8% of total crimes, though this rate (2.1 per 1,000) is 26% below the UK average for similar offences. Anti-social behaviour also fell significantly below national levels (52% below the UK average), which may reflect strong community engagement or effective local enforcement strategies. The surge in public order incidents—now at 10.3 per 1,000—could be linked to May’s extended daylight hours and the associated increase in outdoor drinking and socialising, particularly around local amenities. Residents may find the 200% rise in criminal damage and arson concerning, as such incidents often indicate underlying tensions or deliberate acts of vandalism targeting public or private property.

Compared to April 2024, when Finningley’s crime rate stood at 3.6 per 1,000, the 31.8% increase to 4.8 per 1,000 in May 2024 represents a notable upward trend. This shift, while still well below the UK average, suggests that local conditions may have temporarily exacerbated criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day in May—a figure that, while low, highlights the persistent presence of criminal activity in a community of 6,083 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 210 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while modest, underscores the need for vigilance. When contextualised against Finningley’s population, this means that any resident has a 1-in-210 chance of being directly affected by crime during a typical month. This statistic is particularly relevant for families and individuals considering relocation or long-term residency, as it provides a concrete measure of risk relative to the area’s size. The comparison to the previous month also reveals that while overall rates have risen, the distribution of crime types has shifted significantly, with public order and criminal damage incidents now dominating the landscape. This suggests that the nature of risk in Finningley may be evolving, requiring adaptive approaches to community safety and law enforcement priorities.