Scawthorpe and Cusworth Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Scawthorpe and Cusworth recorded a crime rate of 8.4 per 1,000 residents in September 2024, placing it 9.1% above the UK average of 7.7. This figure reflects a mix of violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences (37 incidents) and shoplifting (36 incidents) dominating the crime profile. The area’s crime profile is shaped by its role as a commuter hub within Doncaster, where retail activity and seasonal transitions may influence crime patterns. September, marked by the start of the school term and university freshers’ week, likely contributed to the 31.6% share of violent crimes and the sharp rise in public order offences. While the overall rate is elevated, the breakdown reveals stark contrasts: shoplifting, at 2.6 per 1,000, is 282% above the UK average, suggesting vulnerabilities in local retail security. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and other theft remain below national levels, indicating areas where local initiatives may be effective. The seasonal context of September—nights drawing in and increased foot traffic—may have amplified certain crimes, such as public order incidents, while others, like anti-social behaviour, saw unexpected declines. This data underscores the need to consider both local demographics and broader seasonal rhythms when interpreting crime trends.

September saw a dramatic 350% increase in shoplifting, with 36 incidents reported—a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000 residents. This surge, likely tied to the start of the school term and increased retail activity, underscores the vulnerability of local businesses to theft. Public order offences also rose sharply, with an 175% increase to 11 incidents, possibly linked to the influx of students returning to the area. Meanwhile, other theft dropped 75% to two incidents, a decline that may reflect improved community vigilance or targeted policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour fell 68.2% to seven incidents, though this decrease remains below the UK average for the category. The disparity in crime trends—shoplifting and public order rising while others fall—suggests a complex mix of local pressures and interventions. Residents might find the shoplifting data particularly concerning, given its scale relative to the UK average.

The crime rate for Scawthorpe and Cusworth in September 2024 rose 4.5% from 8.0 to 8.4 per 1,000 residents compared to August, reflecting a slight upward trend. Daily crime activity averaged four incidents per day, a figure that, while localised, highlights the persistent nature of crime in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 119 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of incidents within the community. When compared to the UK average, the area’s rate remains 9.1% above the national figure, though this disparity narrows slightly in certain categories. The population of 13,944 means that each resident faces a proportionally higher risk of encountering crime than the UK average, though this does not necessarily indicate a uniquely unsafe environment. The fluctuation in specific crime types—such as the sharp rise in shoplifting—suggests that local factors, rather than a general trend, may be influencing the data. This analysis underscores the need to examine seasonal and community-specific patterns to fully understand the context of the figures.