Scawthorpe and Cusworth Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2024, Scawthorpe and Cusworth recorded a crime rate of 9.5 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 17.3% above the UK average of 8.1. This rate reflects a combination of local and national factors, with the built-up nature of the area contributing to higher-than-average property crime and anti-social behaviour. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (30.8% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.1%) and shoplifting (12.8%). These figures align with seasonal trends, as October’s shorter days and Halloween likely amplified incidents of public disorder and theft. The area’s crime profile also includes notable disparities: while vehicle crime is 155% above the UK average, criminal damage and arson are 32% below. This contrast may be attributed to the area’s proximity to Doncaster’s urban infrastructure, which drives vehicle-related offences but also benefits from community policing initiatives. The dominance of violent crime over property crime—violence and sexual offences accounting for 41 of 133 total incidents—suggests a need for targeted interventions in public spaces. The seasonal context of October, with its darker evenings and holiday events, likely contributed to the rise in anti-social behaviour and property crime, though the drop in shoplifting may indicate effective retail security measures. This data underscores the importance of adaptive policing strategies that account for both local demographics and seasonal fluctuations.

October 2024 saw a marked reduction in shoplifting, which fell by 52.8% to 17 crimes from 36 in September, potentially reflecting increased retail security measures or seasonal shifts in consumer behaviour. Robbery also declined by 50.0%, dropping from two to one incident, though this remains a low base figure. Conversely, anti-social behaviour surged by 242.9%, rising from seven to 24 incidents—a stark increase that may be linked to Halloween activities or local community tensions. Vehicle crime also jumped 142.9%, from seven to 17, likely tied to increased vehicle movements during the month. Scawthorpe and Cusworth’s rate for vehicle crime is 155% above the UK average, highlighting a local vulnerability that warrants targeted policing strategies. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell 32% below the UK average, suggesting a possible reduction in vandalism during October.

The crime rate in Scawthorpe and Cusworth rose by 13.7% from 8.4 to 9.5 per 1,000 residents between September and October 2024. This increase aligns with seasonal patterns, as October brings shorter days and Halloween, which may contribute to higher anti-social behaviour and property crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of four crimes per day in October, a figure that, while locally relevant, does not directly compare to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 105 residents, a rate that reflects both the local population and the specific crime mix. With a population of 13,944, this translates to a monthly exposure that, while higher than the UK average, is contextualised by the area’s built-up nature and proximity to Doncaster’s urban core. The shift in crime types—particularly the rise in vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour—suggests a need to monitor local factors such as increased vehicle movements and community engagement during darker evenings.