Finningley Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

February 2025 saw Finningley maintain a crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 31.3% below the UK average of 6.7. This continued underperformance relative to national trends underscores the area’s generally lower crime profile, which may be influenced by its status as a built-up area within Doncaster, where community engagement and local policing efforts are likely more pronounced. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.7% of all incidents, followed by shoplifting (17.9%) and anti-social behaviour (14.3%). These figures align with the seasonal context of February, a winter month marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, which may contribute to higher indoor-related crimes such as violence and anti-social behaviour. The area’s crime picture also shows a stark contrast with the UK average in certain categories: while shoplifting is 29% above the national rate, anti-social behaviour is 28% below, a disparity that may reflect local efforts to address community tensions or the influence of specific neighbourhood dynamics. The relatively low burglary rate (0.3 per 1,000) and the significant drop in criminal damage and arson (33.3% decrease from January) suggest that environmental factors, such as reduced outdoor activity and colder weather, may play a role in curbing certain types of crime. However, the sharp increase in shoplifting raises questions about the effectiveness of current retail security measures and whether targeted interventions are needed in high-traffic areas. Overall, the data illustrates a community that, while not immune to crime, continues to perform better than the national average in key categories, though challenges remain in addressing specific rising trends.

February saw a sharp rise in shoplifting, with incidents increasing by 150% from 2 to 5, marking a notable shift in the crime mix. This surge, which places shoplifting 29% above the UK average, may reflect seasonal factors such as increased retail activity or targeted theft during pre-spring shopping periods. Conversely, vehicle crime and criminal damage and arson both fell by 33.3%, suggesting a possible reduction in outdoor activities during the winter months. Violent crimes, though remaining the most common category (35.7% of total), were 32% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Finningley’s lower overall crime rate. For residents, the 150% increase in shoplifting highlights the need for vigilance in local retail areas, particularly during periods of heightened foot traffic.

Finningley’s crime rate in February 2025 remained stable at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, matching the same figure from the previous month. This consistency suggests no significant shift in overall safety trends during the period. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime reported per day, a figure that reflects the low but steady nature of local incidents. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 217 residents over the course of the month, a ratio that places Finningley well below the UK average. The local context is key: with a population of 6,083, the low crime density indicates that most residents are not directly affected by criminal activity. This stability, combined with the area’s built-up nature within Doncaster, may reflect a combination of community-focused policing and the relatively compact nature of the neighbourhood, which could contribute to quicker response times and increased visibility of public spaces.