Scawthorpe and Cusworth Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Scawthorpe and Cusworth’s crime profile in July 2023, accounting for 30.1% of all reported incidents. With a crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents—10.8% below the UK average—the area’s overall safety appears relatively strong. The dominance of violent crime may be linked to the summer season, when increased social interactions and outdoor events can amplify conflicts. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average in some categories, remained a significant concern, contributing to 21.4% of all crimes and exceeding national benchmarks in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime. Seasonal factors, such as festivals and tourism, likely influenced these patterns, with higher foot traffic potentially driving both public order offences and anti-social conduct. Violent crime rates in the area were 21% below the UK average, a gap that could reflect effective local policing strategies or the area’s demographic makeup, which may include a mix of working-age residents and families. However, the sharp increase in robbery and possession of weapons, both rising by 100%, raises questions about transient populations or isolated incidents during peak tourist periods. The interplay of these factors—seasonal activity, community engagement, and targeted enforcement—likely shapes the area’s crime profile, underscoring the need for continued monitoring and adaptive responses.

July 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, including a 100% increase in robbery and possession of weapons, both rising from zero to one incident. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened vigilance during summer festivals or events. Conversely, drugs-related offences fell by two-thirds, potentially linked to seasonal changes in drug trade activity or temporary law enforcement focus. Anti-social behaviour remained a persistent issue, recording 22 incidents—13% above the UK average—and contributing to 21.4% of all crimes. The decrease in burglary (42.9% drop) and public order offences (35.7% drop) suggests that targeted interventions or seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic during holidays, may have played a role. For residents, the 31 reported violent crimes—30.1% of all incidents—highlight the need for continued community engagement and support services to address underlying causes.

July 2023 marked a significant decline in the area’s crime rate, falling 22.0% from the previous month’s 9.5 per 1,000 to 7.4 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with seasonal patterns typical of summer, when increased community activity and longer daylight hours may contribute to lower crime rates in public spaces. Daily crime statistics show an average of three reported incidents per day, a figure that, while modest, remains a reminder of the area’s ongoing need for vigilance. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 135 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests a relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the broader UK context. When scaled to the local population of 13,944, this figure underscores that most residents are not directly affected by crime on a daily basis. However, the fluctuation in specific crime types—such as the sharp decline in drugs-related offences and the rise in robbery—highlights the dynamic nature of local crime trends and the importance of targeted policing strategies.