New Rossington and Rossington Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 13,908 residents, 102 crimes in October 2024 equate to 7.3 crimes per 1,000 people — 9.9% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure translates to one reported crime for every 136 residents over the course of the month. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, making up 52.9% of total crimes (54 incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (11.8%) and criminal damage and arson (6.9%). These patterns align with the area's character as a built-up community within Doncaster, where localised tensions and seasonal factors may contribute to fluctuating crime rates. October's transition to darker evenings and the timing of Halloween likely influenced activity levels, with 12% of crimes occurring after 6pm — a period when visibility decreases and community events increase. While violent crime rates remain higher than the UK average for this category (3.9 vs 2.7 per 1,000), anti-social behaviour and property crimes are both significantly lower than national benchmarks, suggesting effective community policing or environmental deterrents in place. The seasonal context of October, with clocks going back and Halloween-related events, may have temporarily amplified certain crime types while reducing others through increased community presence or altered routines.

October 2024 saw significant shifts in crime patterns compared to September, with drugs-related incidents surging by 300% (from 1 to 4 cases) and possession of weapons rising by 100% (from 0 to 2). These increases may reflect heightened illicit activity during the Halloween period or changes in local enforcement priorities. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), and criminal damage and arson decreased by 46.2% (from 13 to 7), potentially linked to reduced outdoor activity as nights grew darker. The violent crime category, at 54 incidents, remains 46% above the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), while anti-social behaviour is 30% below the national rate (1.3 per 1,000). This divergence suggests a combination of local demographics and national trends, with property crime categories such as vehicle crime (57% below UK average) and theft from the person (50% below) showing strong underperformance relative to the country as a whole. A resident would find the 57% reduction in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it indicates effective measures may be in place to deter such offences in the area's parking zones.

The crime rate in New Rossington and Rossington fell by 15.7% from 8.7 per 1,000 in September to 7.3 per 1,000 in October, marking a consistent downward trend over recent months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day in October — a figure that, while seemingly high, is contextualised by the area's population density and urban characteristics. When viewed through the lens of monthly exposure, the 102 reported crimes correspond to a 1-in-136 resident risk over the course of the month — a rate that, while not negligible, is lower than the UK average when scaled to population size. The area's population of 13,908 means each resident faces a lower probability of being directly affected by crime compared to the national average, with property crimes in particular showing significant underperformance (e.g. vehicle crime 57% below UK average). This contrast highlights the importance of localised factors such as community engagement, policing strategies, and environmental design in shaping crime outcomes. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the spike in drugs-related incidents and weapons possession underscores the need for targeted interventions in specific areas of concern, even as broader crime trends continue to improve.