Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe's crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents in January 2025 is 47.9% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national trends highlights the area's relatively low crime profile, which may reflect its character as a smaller, built-up area within Doncaster. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.5% of all reported incidents (17 cases), followed by burglary (16.7%, 7 cases) and anti-social behaviour (11.9%, 5 cases). These figures contrast with UK averages, where violence and sexual offences are 2.5 per 1,000 (40% below the local rate), burglary is 0.3 per 1,000 (100% below the local rate), and anti-social behaviour is 1.0 per 1,000 (49% below the local rate). Seasonal context may play a role in January's data, as the post-holiday period typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to lower outdoor crimes. However, the local rate for burglary (0.6 per 1,000) is 100% above the UK average, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in property security that warrant further examination. The overall balance between property and violent crime appears skewed, with 40.5% of crimes falling into the violent category, compared to 16.7% for property crimes, a mix that deviates from the UK's more evenly distributed profile. These patterns may be influenced by local demographics or community dynamics, though without further data, any interpretation remains speculative.

January 2025 saw dramatic month-on-month shifts in crime patterns within Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe. Burglary rates surged by 600%, rising from 1 to 7 cases, a jump that may be linked to seasonal factors such as post-holiday home occupancy or increased property vulnerability during colder months. Vehicle crime also rose sharply by 150%, increasing from 2 to 5 incidents, which could reflect changes in parking habits or vehicle security measures. Possession of weapons, a rare category, rose by 100% (from 0 to 2 cases), though the small sample size limits definitive conclusions. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 80% (from 5 to 1), and public order offences decreased by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), indicating improved community engagement or reduced social gatherings during the post-holiday period. The local burglary rate (0.6 per 1,000) is 100% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, a discrepancy that may be explained by local property density or security practices. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour (0.5 per 1,000) is 49% below the UK average of 1.0 per 1,000, suggesting a more cohesive community environment. These fluctuations underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, such as burglary prevention initiatives, while the decline in drug-related crimes offers a potential model for broader public safety strategies.

Compared to the previous month, Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe's crime rate dropped by 17.6%, from 4.5 to 3.7 per 1,000 residents in January 2025. This decline aligns with the area's generally low crime profile, though it is important to contextualise these figures within the local population. Over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 267 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 1 crime per day, a figure that is likely influenced by its smaller population and built-up character within Doncaster. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the 11,226 residents of Kirk Sandall and Edenthorpe experience a crime rate that is 47.9% below the UK average, a difference that may be attributed to factors such as community cohesion, local policing strategies, or socioeconomic conditions. However, the area's burglary rate (0.6 per 1,000) is 100% above the UK average, highlighting a specific vulnerability that contrasts with its overall safety record. This disparity suggests that while the area performs well in many categories, targeted efforts to address property crime could further enhance its crime profile. The comparison to the UK average also underscores the importance of localised data in understanding crime trends, as national statistics may not fully capture the nuances of smaller, built-up areas.