Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2023, Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe recorded a crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 26.2% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure marks a continuation of the area’s consistent performance relative to national benchmarks, though the balance between property and violent crime reveals a nuanced picture. Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) accounted for 36.4% of all crimes, slightly outpacing property crimes (26 incidents, 39.4% of total). This near parity contrasts with broader UK trends, where violent crime typically constitutes a smaller share of reported incidents. The area’s crime profile reflects its character as a built-up district within Doncaster, where community-focused policing and local initiatives may contribute to lower rates of anti-social behaviour (12.1% of total crimes, 47% below UK average). Seasonal factors in May, including longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, likely influence patterns of violence and anti-social behaviour, though the absence of significant month-on-month fluctuations suggests stability in policing efforts. Vehicle crime (10.6% of total) remains a notable concern, with rates 33% above the UK average, potentially linked to local infrastructure or transportation networks. The overall crime picture illustrates a combination of community dynamics and broader regional trends, with no single factor dominating the data.

May 2023 saw stark shifts in crime categories, with burglary surging by 500% (from 1 to 6 incidents) and vehicle crime jumping 250% (from 2 to 7). These increases, though still below UK averages for burglary (61% above) and vehicle crime (33% above), highlight emerging risks. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply by 166.7% (from 3 to 8), potentially tied to May’s longer evenings and bank holidays. Conversely, shoplifting dropped 37.5% (from 8 to 5) and other theft fell 60% (from 5 to 2), suggesting targeted interventions or seasonal shifts in retail activity. The dominance of violent crime (36.4% of total) over property crime (39.4%) is noteworthy, as it diverges from the UK pattern where property crime typically outweighs violence. This balance may reflect the area’s demographic composition or local policing priorities. For residents, the 33% above UK average for vehicle crime is a concrete data point, underscoring the need for vigilance around parked vehicles. The absence of significant month-on-month changes in other categories, such as criminal damage (down 25%) and public order (stable), suggests that most crime types remained consistent with previous months.

Crime rates in Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe remained stable compared to April 2023, with the monthly rate unchanged at 5.9 per 1,000 residents. This consistency, despite sharp increases in specific categories like burglary, indicates no major disruption to the area’s overall crime profile. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported per day in May, a figure that, while local to this area, provides a tangible sense of frequency for residents. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for every 170 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average (which, if available, would likely be higher given the area’s 26.2% deficit). The population-scaled perspective reveals that the area’s relatively low crime rate is maintained even when accounting for its 11,226 residents. This stability contrasts with broader UK trends, where violent crime often rises during May due to seasonal factors. However, the local context—such as Doncaster’s policing strategies and community engagement—may explain the area’s resilience. The comparison to the UK average underscores that Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe’s crime profile is not just lower in absolute terms but also structurally different, with violent crime playing a larger role than in many other regions.