Scawthorpe and Cusworth Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in Scawthorpe and Cusworth during September 2023, accounting for 41.2% of all reported incidents. This category was 24% above the UK average, with 47 cases recorded—a stark outlier compared to the overall rate of 8.2 per 1,000 residents. The area’s crime rate, at 8.2 per 1,000, placed it 2.5% above the UK average, a narrow margin that reflects both local challenges and broader national trends. Seasonal factors, including the return to school and university freshers’ week, may have contributed to the surge in violent crime, as heightened social interactions in communal spaces often coincide with increased disputes. Conversely, anti-social behaviour, at 13 cases, was 33% below the UK average, suggesting a relatively lower prevalence of disruptive conduct in the area. The breakdown also highlights a sharp contrast between property-related crimes and violent offences: property crimes accounted for 33% of the total, with criminal damage and arson (15 cases) and vehicle crime (12 cases) both significantly above UK averages. These patterns may be influenced by the built-up area’s characteristics, where high-density housing and shared spaces could exacerbate issues like vandalism and vehicle-related theft. September’s transitional weather, with nights drawing in, may have further impacted outdoor activities and policing visibility, contributing to the rise in public order offences. While the overall rate remains close to the UK average, the concentration of violent crime and property damage in specific categories indicates areas for targeted intervention.

September 2023 saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from zero to one incident, a rare but notable shift in crime dynamics. Public order offences surged by 71.4%, with 12 reported cases, a significant jump from seven in August. This increase may partly explain the overall rise in violent crime, which now stands at 47 incidents—24% above the UK average. Meanwhile, robbery incidents dropped by 75%, from four to one, marking a sharp decline in this category. Criminal damage and arson also rose by 36.4%, with 15 cases reported, 83% above the UK average. This spike contrasts with a 33% reduction in other theft, which fell to six incidents. The data underscores a mixed picture: while some categories like burglary and drugs-related crime remained below UK averages, others such as public order and criminal damage showed marked increases. For residents, the 71% rise in public order offences may be particularly relevant, given their direct impact on community safety and local policing priorities.

The crime rate in Scawthorpe and Cusworth rose by 2.8% from 8.0 to 8.2 per 1,000 residents between August and September 2023, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four crimes per day in September, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the local crime frequency. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 122 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure to crime in this built-up area. While this rate is marginally above the UK average, it remains within a narrow range. The population context—13,944 residents—means that the absolute number of crimes (114) translates to a manageable scale for local policing and community engagement. The shift in crime mix, with property crimes accounting for 33% of the total and violent crimes for 41%, suggests a balance between public safety concerns and property-related incidents. These figures, when contextualised against the area’s urban character and seasonal transitions, offer insights into local patterns without overgeneralising.