Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe recorded 57 crimes in October 2024, equating to a crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 37% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, placing the area among the safer built-up regions in the country. The crime profile reveals a mix of violent and property offences, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 35.1% of all reported incidents—20.3% above the UK average for this category. Vehicle crime, however, emerged as a striking outlier, with a rate of 1.0 per 1,000, 113% higher than the national average of 0.5 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be influenced by the area’s infrastructure, such as its road networks or commuter patterns, which could heighten exposure to vehicle-related offences. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and public order offences were both significantly below UK averages, with rates of 0.4 and 0.3 per 1,000 respectively. These trends align with seasonal factors: October’s shorter days and Halloween events may contribute to increased vehicle crime as more people drive at night, while the decline in anti-social behaviour could reflect reduced outdoor activity during colder evenings. The area’s relatively low overall crime rate suggests a combination of community factors and local policing strategies, though the spikes in specific categories highlight the need for targeted interventions. The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings and the transition to British Summer Time—may further explain fluctuations in crime patterns, as visibility and outdoor activity levels shift. For a small built-up area within Doncaster, these figures illustrate a generally stable but selectively vulnerable crime environment.

October 2024 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with three categories experiencing sharp increases. Other theft rose by 200% compared to the previous month, jumping from 1 to 3 incidents. Shoplifting, previously unreported, emerged with one incident, marking a 100% increase. Similarly, possession of weapons also rose by 100%, with one report in October. These spikes may partly explain shifts in the crime mix, as property-related offences grew in prominence relative to violent crimes. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and burglary each declined by 50%, while public order offences dropped by 40%. This suggests a temporary easing in certain disruptive behaviours. Vehicle crime remains a standout concern, with a rate of 1.0 per 1,000—113% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This anomaly may be linked to local infrastructure, such as road networks or parking patterns, which could contribute to higher exposure to vehicle-related offences. Residents might find the drop in anti-social behaviour particularly relevant, as it indicates a potential reduction in disturbances during evenings, though seasonal factors like shorter daylight hours may still influence crime trends.

In October 2024, Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe recorded a crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 10.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.7 per 1,000. This reduction reflects a broader trend of stability in the area’s crime profile. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for every 197 residents, illustrating the relatively low frequency of incidents when scaled to the population. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which stands at 8.1 per 1,000. However, the local context reveals a nuanced picture: while overall crime remains below the national benchmark, certain categories—such as vehicle crime—exceed UK averages by significant margins. This contrast underscores the importance of examining crime data through both aggregate and category-specific lenses to fully understand local conditions.