Finningley Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Finningley’s crime rate in August 2025 stood at 3.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 56.8% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national figures underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile, though it is not without its own patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 42.9% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 1.5 per 1,000—48% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. This category’s dominance may reflect the area’s demographic composition and local dynamics. Public order offences, while contributing 19.1% of incidents, were 21% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, a divergence that could be attributed to local enforcement priorities or community-specific challenges. The seasonal context of August—typically a peak holiday month—may have influenced crime patterns, with tourism increasing opportunities for public order issues while reducing the presence of transient populations that might otherwise drive certain types of crime. However, the area’s overall safety remains evident, with property crimes accounting for only 23.8% of all incidents (5 out of 21), a figure significantly lower than the UK average. This suggests that Finningley’s built-up character within Doncaster may contribute to a crime profile that is more concentrated in violent and public order categories rather than property-related offences. The data also reveals a marked shift in the composition of crimes, with criminal damage and arson rising from zero to three incidents—a 100% increase—while shoplifting fell by 75% from four to one. These changes may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the timing of holidays or local events, though further analysis would be required to confirm this. Overall, Finningley’s crime statistics for August 2025 illustrate a combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with the area maintaining a safer profile than the UK as a whole.

August 2025 marked a sharp increase in public order offences, rising by 300% from one incident to four. This surge, while notable, was offset by steep declines in shoplifting (-75%) and other theft (-66.7%), which had previously been more prevalent. The category of 'other crime' also saw a 100% increase, suggesting a shift in the nature of reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, but their rate of 1.5 per 1,000 was 48% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, highlighting a consistent trend of lower violent crime in the area. Meanwhile, public order offences in Finningley were 21% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, a discrepancy that may reflect local social dynamics or enforcement practices. Residents may find the 100% increase in 'other crime' particularly noteworthy, as this category often includes unclassified incidents that could signal emerging patterns.

August 2025 saw Finningley’s crime rate drop to 3.5 per 1,000 residents, a 19.2% decrease from July’s 4.3 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area over recent months, though August’s figures remain significantly below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day, a statistic that contextualises the pace of incidents in a built-up district with a population of 6,083. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 290 residents, illustrating the relatively low exposure to crime compared to national benchmarks. This monthly exposure figure, when considered alongside the area’s population size, suggests that residents face a markedly lower risk of experiencing crime than the UK average. The decrease in overall crime rate may also reflect seasonal patterns, with August typically seeing a shift in activity as holidays begin and tourism peaks, though the exact relationship between these factors and crime remains subject to further analysis.