Scawthorpe and Cusworth Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Scawthorpe and Cusworth’s crime rate in April 2023 stood at 10.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 33.3% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure underscores a marked divergence from the national trend, reflecting local dynamics that may include higher concentrations of specific crime types. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 31.7% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.9%) and criminal damage and arson (17.3%). These patterns suggest a community grappling with persistent issues of interpersonal conflict and property-related disruptions. The seasonal context of April—marked by the Easter period and the transition into spring—may have influenced activity levels, with increased outdoor engagement contributing to higher visibility of certain offences. However, direct causation, and further analysis would be required to identify precise drivers. The prominence of anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, both significantly above UK averages, may indicate challenges related to community cohesion or local environmental factors. While the overall crime rate remains elevated, the breakdown reveals a combination of factors that warrant closer attention to local policing strategies and community engagement initiatives.

April 2023 saw a dramatic surge in shoplifting, with incidents rising from 1 to 9—an 800% increase—suggesting potential vulnerabilities in retail security or shifts in consumer behaviour. Concurrently, theft from the person doubled, rising from 0 to 1. Criminal damage and arson also rose by 60%, from 15 to 24, potentially reflecting seasonal tensions or targeted vandalism. These spikes contrast with declines in other theft (down 71.4%) and burglary (down 63.6%), indicating fluctuating pressures across different crime categories. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.1 per 1,000, was 78% above the UK average, highlighting persistent community tensions. Vehicle crime (0.8 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.7 per 1,000) both exceeded UK averages, pointing to specific vulnerabilities in local infrastructure or public spaces. For residents, the sharp rise in shoplifting may signal a need for heightened vigilance at local retail outlets, particularly during peak shopping periods like Easter.

April 2023’s crime rate of 10.0 per 1,000 marked a slight decline from the previous month’s 10.4 per 1,000, a -4.1% reduction, though it remains significantly above the UK average. This monthly aggregate translates to roughly 5 crimes per day in Scawthorpe and Cusworth—a figure that, while not alarmingly high, reflects a consistent presence of criminal activity in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 100 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while not extreme, underscores the need for ongoing community engagement and policing efforts. When contextualised against the area’s population of 13,944, this rate suggests that while individual residents are not frequently victimised, the cumulative impact of crime remains a concern. The previous month’s rate provides a useful benchmark, showing that while the overall trend is slightly downward, the area remains above the national average. This comparison highlights the importance of sustained efforts to address local crime drivers, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, which remain elevated compared to the UK.