Scawthorpe and Cusworth Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In December 2025, Scawthorpe and Cusworth reported a crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 8.6% above the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This rate translates to one reported crime for every 132 residents over the month, a figure that offers a concrete measure of risk for local residents. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (34% of all incidents), shoplifting (21.7%), and criminal damage and arson (12.3%). The dominance of violent crime may be linked to the area’s built-up character, where social interactions in public spaces are more frequent, and the holiday season’s associated tensions could amplify such incidents. Shoplifting, which was 198% above the UK average, likely reflects the surge in retail activity during Christmas, with crowded high streets and increased foot traffic creating opportunities for theft. Seasonal factors, such as shorter daylight hours and empty homes over holidays, may also contribute to higher rates of property crimes. decline in overall crime compared to November. This contrast suggests that targeted interventions—such as increased police presence during peak shopping hours or community initiatives to reduce anti-social behaviour—could help mitigate risks during the festive period.

December 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with anti-social behaviour increasing by 30.0% (10 to 13 incidents) and theft from the person rising by 100% (0 to 1). These changes may partly explain the 8.6% overall rate above the UK average. Shoplifting remained a standout concern, with 23 incidents recorded—1.7 per 1,000 residents, 198% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This disparity highlights a potential vulnerability in retail areas, possibly linked to holiday shopping activity. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 75.0% (16 to 4), a decline likely tied to reduced traffic during the festive season and increased home occupancy. Public order offences also fell by 60.0% (5 to 2), which could reflect lower foot traffic in public spaces during December. The rate of violent crimes (36 incidents, 34% of total) remained consistent with previous months, but the UK average for violence and sexual offences was only 1% above the national rate, suggesting localised factors may contribute to this category’s prominence.

The crime rate in Scawthorpe and Cusworth for December 2025 (7.6 per 1,000 residents) marks an 8.6% reduction from the previous month’s rate of 11.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as December typically sees fewer property crimes due to shorter daylight hours and reduced commercial activity. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 3 incidents per day over the 31-day period, translating to a monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 132 residents. This figure provides a tangible sense of risk: for someone living in the area, the chance of encountering a crime in December was approximately 0.76% (1/132). When compared to the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, the area remains slightly elevated, but the downward trend from November suggests potential improvements in policing or community engagement. The population context further clarifies that, while the rate is higher than the UK average, the absolute number of crimes (106) is manageable for a community of 13,944 residents. This comparison underscores the importance of localised interventions, as national averages may not fully reflect the unique dynamics of built-up areas within Doncaster.