Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2024, Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe recorded a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 35.4% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure, while low, is influenced by the area’s character as a built-up district within Doncaster, where the mix of residential and commercial properties may moderate crime trends. Violence and sexual offences were the most frequently reported category, accounting for 42.4% of all crimes, though they remained 18% below the UK average (2.2 vs 2.7 per 1,000). Burglary, the second most common category, saw a notable spike, with 11 incidents reported (1.0 per 1,000), a rate 212% higher than the UK average (0.3 per 1,000). This contrast with the UK data suggests local factors—such as seasonal patterns, including August as a peak holiday month—may have temporarily elevated burglary risks, though the overall rate remains relatively low. Anti-social behaviour, at 7 incidents (0.6 per 1,000), was 58% below the UK average, reflecting a community that appears to manage public order issues effectively. The seasonal context of August, with increased travel and unoccupied homes, may have contributed to the burglary increase, though this was not mirrored in other property crime categories like vehicle crime or shoplifting, which remained below UK averages. The area’s crime profile thus illustrates a combination of local resilience and temporary vulnerabilities, with the overall rate remaining well within the lower end of the national spectrum.

August 2024 marked a sharp rise in burglary, with cases increasing by 83.3% compared to July, moving from 6 to 11 incidents. This jump, though still below the UK average by 212% (1.0 vs 0.3 per 1,000), highlights a local vulnerability, possibly linked to seasonal patterns such as holidays leaving homes unoccupied. Other crime and shoplifting both surged by 100% (from 0 to 1), indicating new or emerging issues that may require closer monitoring. Meanwhile, violent crimes remained the most common category, accounting for 42.4% of all incidents, though they were 18% below the UK average (2.2 vs 2.7 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour also declined by 30%, from 10 to 7, a trend consistent with the broader reduction in crime. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas where burglary has increased, as this category now dominates property crime statistics, even as overall crime rates remain well below national levels.

August 2024 saw a 13.2% decrease in the overall crime rate compared to July, falling from 6.1 to 5.3 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the area’s generally low crime profile, though the daily crime context reveals a consistent local rhythm: two crimes reported per day on average, a figure that reflects the community’s smaller scale and potentially lower foot traffic compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 190 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively sparse distribution of incidents in this built-up area within Doncaster. When contextualised against the population of 11,226, this rate suggests that most residents are not directly impacted by crime on a daily basis, though specific pockets—such as those near retail or residential zones—may experience higher concentrations. The reduction from July also contrasts with the seasonal context of August, typically a peak holiday month, which might otherwise see increased burglary risks due to empty homes. However, this month’s data shows that such risks did not materialise at a higher rate than usual, suggesting local factors may have mitigated potential spikes.