Scawthorpe and Cusworth Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Scawthorpe and Cusworth's crime rate of 10.0 per 1,000 in April 2024 places it 29.9% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This built-up area within Doncaster shows a distinct pattern compared to national trends, with violence and sexual offences (37 incidents) accounting for 26.4% of total crimes, followed by shoplifting (24.3%) and anti-social behaviour (15.7%). The data illustrates a shift in crime dynamics that contrasts with the UK's broader profile, where shoplifting typically constitutes less than 1% of all crimes. Seasonal factors may partly explain these patterns: Easter and spring weather often correlate with increased outdoor activity, which could contribute to higher visibility of public order issues and property crimes. The area's property crime rate (66 incidents) is 2.4 per 1,000, significantly higher than the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000 for shoplifting alone. This suggests a unique local context where retail environments or community interactions may drive specific crime types. The violent crime rate (2.7 per 1,000) is 5% above the UK average for this category, indicating a need for targeted analysis of factors such as local demographics or policing strategies. While the overall crime rate remains elevated, the breakdown highlights that shoplifting, which saw a 466.7% increase from March, is now 258% above the UK average, suggesting a particular vulnerability in retail crime prevention measures. These figures contrast with the UK's more balanced distribution across crime types, pointing to specific challenges in this area that may require tailored interventions.

April 2024 saw a dramatic 466.7% increase in shoplifting, rising from 6 to 34 incidents. This surge, which is 258% above the UK average for shoplifting (0.7 per 1,000), may be linked to Easter shopping activity or unaddressed retail vulnerabilities. Bicycle theft also doubled from 1 to 2 incidents, a 100% increase, though this remains 43% above the UK average. Conversely, burglary decreased by 58.8% (17 to 7 incidents), now 56% above the UK average, suggesting potential improvements in residential security measures. The area's violent crime rate (2.7 per 1,000) is 5% above the UK average, with 37 incidents reported. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.6 per 1,000, is 31% above the UK average, indicating persistent community tensions or enforcement challenges. Public order offences (0.4 per 1,000) are 25% below the UK average, a contrast that may reflect local policing priorities or demographic differences. These shifts in crime mix highlight the need for targeted strategies: while shoplifting and anti-social behaviour demand immediate attention, the decrease in burglary offers a potential model for successful interventions. Residents may find the 1-in-100 monthly exposure rate (140 crimes over 13,944 residents) a useful benchmark for understanding local risk profiles.

In April 2024, Scawthorpe and Cusworth's crime rate of 10.0 per 1,000 represents a 17.7% increase from March's 8.5 per 1,000, underscoring a recent upward trend. This places the area's rate 29.9% above the UK average, a gap that remains significant despite the national decline in crime rates over recent years. Daily crime statistics show an average of 5 crimes reported each day, translating to a monthly exposure rate of 1 crime for every 100 residents. This figure, while not directly comparable to UK-wide data, provides a clear local context: over the course of April, residents faced a 1% chance of encountering a reported crime. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the 140 total crimes equate to 10.0 incidents per 1,000 people, a rate that is particularly striking in comparison to the UK's 7.7 per 1,000. This discrepancy may reflect the area's unique characteristics, such as its built-up nature within Doncaster, which could contribute to higher concentrations of certain crime types. The previous month's rate of 8.5 per 1,000 highlights the recent acceleration in crime, with shoplifting and anti-social behaviour driving much of the increase. While the UK average includes a broader range of urban and rural areas, Scawthorpe and Cusworth's data suggests a need for localized strategies to address specific vulnerabilities, particularly in retail and community engagement. These comparisons reinforce the importance of understanding local dynamics rather than relying solely on national statistics.