Scawthorpe and Cusworth Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Scawthorpe and Cusworth in May 2023 reveals a distinct emphasis on violent and anti-social crimes, which together constitute nearly 58% of all recorded incidents. With a crime rate of 11.1 per 1,000 residents—38.7% above the UK average of 8.0—the area stands out for its high levels of violence and disorder. Violence and sexual offences alone account for 32.9% of total crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 (33% above the national rate). Anti-social behaviour, at 2.8 per 1,000, is 111% above the UK average, suggesting a persistent challenge in managing community conduct. This pattern may be influenced by local factors such as the area’s built-up character within Doncaster, where higher population density and limited public spaces could contribute to increased interpersonal conflicts. Seasonal dynamics in May—characterised by longer evenings and bank holidays—may further amplify outdoor socialising, exacerbating public order issues and violent incidents. The relatively low rates of property crimes (10.3% of total) and theft from the person (0.7%) contrast with the UK average, though bicycle theft (150% above national levels) indicates specific vulnerabilities in transport-related crime. This mix of violent and disorderly crimes, coupled with seasonal pressures, paints a complex picture of a community grappling with sustained challenges in maintaining public safety.

The crime mix in May 2023 reveals a stark imbalance, with violence and sexual offences (32.9% of all crimes) and anti-social behaviour (25.2%) dominating the landscape. This contrasts sharply with the UK average, where these categories account for 33% and 13% respectively. Public order offences surged by 266.7% month-on-month, jumping from three to 11 incidents, a shift that may reflect heightened tensions during May’s extended evenings and bank holidays. Bicycle theft doubled to three incidents, potentially linked to seasonal cycling activity. Conversely, shoplifting fell by two-thirds, from nine to three, due to reduced foot traffic or targeted policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour remains 111% above the UK average, a figure that may partly explain the area’s elevated overall crime rate compared to national benchmarks.

Scawthorpe and Cusworth’s crime rate in May 2023 rose to 11.1 per 1,000 residents, an 11.5% increase from the previous month’s rate of 10.0. This places the area significantly above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, with the gap widening by 38.7%. Daily crime activity averaged roughly five incidents per day, a figure that, while local, offers a tangible sense of frequency for residents. Over the course of May, one crime was reported for every 90 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the persistent presence of criminal activity in the area. When scaled to the population of 13,944, this suggests a relatively high level of interaction with the police and community services compared to the UK average. The rise in violent and anti-social crimes may reflect seasonal patterns, as longer evenings and bank holidays in May could contribute to increased outdoor socialising and associated disputes.