Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Robbery rates in Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe surged to 0.3 per 1,000 residents in June 2024, 200% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This stark divergence from national trends highlights a local anomaly in violent crime patterns. The area's overall crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents places it 23.2% below the UK average of 8.2, reflecting a generally safer environment compared to the nation as a whole. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 26.8% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.5%) and criminal damage and arson (12.7%). These figures contrast with the UK averages for those categories, where violence and sexual offences are 38% higher and anti-social behaviour is 29% higher. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours—may contribute to increased public visibility in local spaces, potentially influencing both crime patterns and reporting rates. While violent crime remains a concern, the lower-than-average rates for property crimes (such as shoplifting, which fell 50% from May) suggest a combination of community dynamics and local policing efforts. The area's crime profile appears shaped by its built-up character within Doncaster, where urban density may drive certain categories of anti-social behaviour while offering fewer opportunities for rural-specific crimes.

June 2024 saw a 200% increase in robbery cases, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This spike, combined with a 133.3% increase in burglary (from 3 to 7), indicates a shift in crime dynamics compared to May. Vehicle crime, however, fell sharply by 55.6% (from 18 to 8), possibly linked to reduced demand for car-related offences during summer months. The category of 'other theft' also rose dramatically by 200%, reflecting a specific vulnerability in personal property security. Violence and sexual offences remain below UK averages despite their dominance in local crime statistics, with rates 38% lower than the national figure. Residents may find the 2 crimes per day average (based on June's 71 total incidents) a useful benchmark for understanding local crime exposure. The significant divergence in burglary and robbery rates compared to UK averages—100% and 200% higher, respectively—suggests targeted local factors, though these could be influenced by seasonal patterns or specific community characteristics. The sharp decline in shoplifting, down 50% from May, aligns with the summer season's impact on retail activity and consumer behaviour.

June's crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents marked a 10.2% decrease from the previous month's 7.0, reflecting a continued downward trend in local crime statistics. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for every 158 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for the area's population of 11,226. This translates to roughly 2 crimes per day, a rate that appears moderate compared to the UK's broader urban landscape. While the overall crime rate remains below the national average, certain categories like burglary and robbery stand out as significantly higher than UK benchmarks—burglary is 100% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, and robbery is 200% above the UK's 0.1 per 1,000. These disparities may reflect localised factors such as the built-up area's proximity to transport hubs or specific community demographics. The contrast between the area's lower-than-average rates for property crimes (e.g. shoplifting, which is 84% below UK averages) and higher rates for violent crimes suggests a nuanced crime profile shaped by both urban density and seasonal influences. The 10.2% month-on-month decline indicates a potential stabilisation in local crime trends, though the persistence of above-average rates in certain categories warrants ongoing monitoring.