Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant category in Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe’s April 2024 crime profile, accounting for 34.9% of all reported incidents. With 29 cases recorded, this category not only outpaced other types but also slightly exceeded the UK average (2.6 per 1,000) by 2%, indicating a localized concentration of violent incidents. The area’s overall crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents placed it 3.9% below the UK average (7.7 per 1,000), a modest but notable discrepancy that may reflect the built-up nature of the area and its integration into Doncaster’s broader urban framework. Anti-social behaviour followed closely with 13 cases (15.7% of total), while criminal damage and arson (11 cases, 13.3%) showed a stark 69% increase compared to the UK average, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in property maintenance or community engagement. Seasonal factors, particularly the Easter period and spring weather, likely contributed to these patterns, as increased outdoor activity and social gatherings may have heightened opportunities for both violent and property-related crimes. The balance between property and violent crimes was relatively even, with property crimes (29 cases) matching violent crimes (29 cases), a distribution that may reflect the area’s mix of residential and commercial spaces. However, the absence of significant spikes in theft from the person or shoplifting, which were 47% and 25% below the UK average respectively, hints at effective local deterrents or lower foot traffic in retail zones during the month.

April 2024 saw stark shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences surging by 250% (from 2 to 7 cases) and other crime rising by 200% (from 1 to 3). This spike in public order violations, which now account for 8.4% of total crimes, contrasts sharply with the 66.7% drop in other theft (from 6 to 2 cases). The area’s violence and sexual offences category, at 29 incidents (34.9% of total), remains 2% above the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), suggesting localized tensions that may align with Easter-related gatherings or seasonal social dynamics. Meanwhile, burglary fell by 60% (from 10 to 4), a decline consistent with improved community policing efforts or seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity. These fluctuations highlight the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing the sharp rise in public order issues, which could indicate increased alcohol-related incidents or disputes during the Easter period.

In April 2024, Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe recorded a crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents, a 3.6% increase from the previous month’s rate of 7.1 per 1,000. This rise, though modest, reflects shifting patterns in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day, a figure that, while not alarming, underscores the need for ongoing community vigilance. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 135 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. This rate aligns with broader UK trends but highlights the area’s unique characteristics, such as its proximity to Doncaster’s urban core, which may influence crime patterns through increased foot traffic and social interactions. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the area remains below the UK average overall, specific categories like public order offences have surged, indicating localized pressures that warrant closer attention.