Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe, 5.7 crimes were reported in September 2024 — a rate 26% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This translates to one reported crime for roughly every 175 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (28 incidents, 43.8% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (12.5%) and vehicle crime (10.9%). These patterns align with the area's seasonal rhythm: as September marks the return of students and the start of the academic year, increased foot traffic and social activity may contribute to higher rates of violence and disorder. Violent crime in the area was 5% below the UK average, consistent with the lower overall rate. Anti-social behaviour also remained significantly below the UK average (40% lower), suggesting effective community policing or strong local deterrents. Vehicle crime, however, exceeded the UK average by 33%, possibly reflecting the presence of commuter parking areas or limited surveillance in vehicle-heavy zones. The seasonal transition — with nights drawing in and school terms resuming — may have influenced crime dynamics.

September saw a 200% increase in 'other crime' (3 incidents, up from 1 in August), a 150% rise in public order offences (5 cases, up from 2), and a 100% surge in drug-related crimes (1 incident, up from 0). These spikes, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened scrutiny or temporary spikes in activity linked to the start of the academic year. Conversely, burglary fell by 45.5% (6 cases, down from 11), and other theft decreased by 50% (1 case, down from 2), potentially due to increased home security measures or seasonal patterns such as more people being present in households. The violent crime rate (2.5 per 1,000) was 5% below the UK average, a notable figure for a built-up area. Anti-social behaviour also remained well below the UK average (0.7 vs 1.2 per 1,000), suggesting that community engagement initiatives or local policing strategies may be contributing to this trend. Vehicle crime, however, stood out as 33% above the UK average, which may be linked to the area's infrastructure, such as car parks or transport hubs.

The crime rate in Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe rose 8.4% from 5.3 per 1,000 in August to 5.7 per 1,000 in September, reflecting a modest upward trend. However, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, with a 26% lower rate. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in September, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents. Over the course of the month, this equates to one reported crime for every 175 residents — a ratio that contextualises risk in terms of personal likelihood. With a population of 11,226, this monthly exposure rate suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime, though the spikes in 'other crime' and public order offences indicate pockets of increased risk. The area's lower overall rate compared to the UK may be attributed to its character as a built-up area within Doncaster, where localised policing and community cohesion could play a role. While the rise in September is notable, it is still within a range that keeps the area well below the UK average, highlighting the effectiveness of ongoing crime prevention efforts.