Mexborough Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Mexborough, the crime rate of 11.3 per 1,000 in October 2023 translates to a 1-in-89 chance of encountering a reported crime over the course of the month. This figure, 41.3% above the UK average, underscores the heightened risk faced by locals in a built-up area within Doncaster. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences, accounting for 45.8% of all incidents — a rate of 5.2 per 1,000 that is 93% above the national average. This disproportionate focus on violent crime may be influenced by the area's character as a mixed-use community with industrial zones adjacent to residential areas, where tensions could escalate during darker evenings. Criminal damage and arson, at 1.8 per 1,000, were 186% above the UK average, suggesting targeted property-related offences that may be linked to seasonal factors like Halloween. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.3 per 1,000, was only 2% above the UK average, indicating that while present, it is not an outlier in this category. The seasonal context of October — with clocks going back and shorter daylight hours — likely contributes to increased reports of violent and property crimes, as outdoor activity patterns shift and visibility decreases. These trends highlight the need for community-focused policing strategies that address both the spatial and temporal dynamics of crime in this built-up area.

October 2023 saw a 350% surge in vehicle crime, with incidents rising from 2 to 9. This sharp increase, coupled with a 100% rise in possession of weapons cases (2 to 4), points to potential shifts in criminal activity during darker evenings. Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 85.7%, from 7 to 1, possibly reflecting seasonal retail patterns or increased security measures. Violence and sexual offences remained high, at 93% above the UK average (5.2 per 1,000 vs 2.7), a figure that likely reflects the area's mix of residential and industrial spaces. Burglary, meanwhile, fell 70% from 10 to 3, suggesting possible improvements in home security or reduced opportunities during the month. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in a built-up area where local conditions can rapidly influence reporting trends.

Mexborough's crime rate in October 2023 fell to 11.3 per 1,000 residents, a 12.4% drop from the previous month's 12.9 rate. This decline, while modest, suggests shifting patterns in local activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 89 residents — a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate of approximately 1.1%. Daily crime counts averaged six incidents per day, a locally specific measure that highlights the concentration of activity in a built-up area within Doncaster. When contextualised against the population of 15,671, the 177 total crimes represent a tangible presence in daily life, with residents likely encountering at least one crime-related incident every 10 days on average. This rate, though lower than September, remains 41.3% above the UK average, underscoring the need for continued vigilance in a community where crime is more frequent than the national benchmark.