Scawthorpe and Cusworth Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

February 2025 marked a notable shift in crime patterns for Scawthorpe and Cusworth, a built-up area within Doncaster. The overall crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents—10.4% below the UK average of 6.7—suggests a relatively safer environment compared to the national picture. However, the most striking finding was the 333.3% surge in public order offences, rising from 3 to 13 incidents, a figure that far exceeds the UK average by 105%. This anomaly contrasts with the sharp decline in shoplifting, which fell by 91.7% to just one incident, potentially reflecting seasonal lulls in retail activity. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 36.1% of all incidents.2 per 1,000 was 6% below the UK average. The area's low crime rate, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, may be influenced by its rural character, though the spike in public order offences raises questions about local dynamics. February's winter conditions, with limited outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, likely contributed to the overall reduction in property crimes and vehicle-related incidents, though violent crime persisted as a significant concern. This month's data underscores the need for a nuanced understanding of local factors, from seasonal rhythms to community-specific challenges, in shaping effective crime prevention strategies.

February 2025 witnessed a dramatic 333.3% increase in public order offences, rising from 3 to 13 incidents. This surge, which outpaces the UK average by 105%, suggests a significant shift in community dynamics or enforcement priorities. Conversely, shoplifting fell sharply by 91.7%, with incidents dropping from 12 to 1, a decline that may reflect seasonal factors or changes in retail activity. Burglary also rose by 100%, from 3 to 6, though this remains slightly above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. The data reveals a combination of crime types, with violent crime accounting for 36.1% of all incidents—higher than the UK average for this category. For residents, the most immediate concern may be the 105% increase in public order offences, which could indicate a need for targeted community engagement or policing strategies.

February 2025 saw a 21.7% decrease in the crime rate compared to the previous month, dropping from 7.6 to 6.0 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the typical seasonal pattern of reduced outdoor activity during winter, though the drop in violent crime was less pronounced than expected. Locally, the average resident faces a 1-in-168 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises the impact of crime within the community. Daily crime counts averaged 3 incidents per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's relatively low overall rate. When compared to the UK average, the area's 6.0 per 1,000 rate places it 10.4% below the national figure, suggesting that local factors such as community cohesion or rural characteristics may contribute to this disparity. However, this does not eliminate the need for continued vigilance, particularly in categories like public order offences, which remain significantly higher than the UK average.