Scawthorpe and Cusworth Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

October 2025 saw Scawthorpe and Cusworth maintain a crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 9.1% below the UK average of 7.7. This marks a continuation of a trend observed in recent months, with the area consistently performing below the national benchmark. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (33% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (15.5%) and shoplifting (10.3%). The seasonal context of October, with shorter daylight hours and the approach of Halloween, may have influenced crime patterns. While violent crime remains a concern, the overall rate suggests a safer environment compared to the UK average. The relatively low levels of property crime, particularly burglary (8 cases) and vehicle crime (7 cases), contrast with higher-than-average rates for shoplifting and other theft. These discrepancies could reflect local factors such as the area’s mixed urban and industrial character, which may deter certain types of crime while creating conditions conducive to others. The reduction in public order offences compared to previous months may indicate effective community policing efforts or changes in local activity patterns. Overall, the data illustrates a combination of seasonal factors, local demographics, and crime prevention strategies.

October 2025 brought significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with public order offences declining by 60% (from 10 to 4 cases) and criminal damage and arson dropping by 40% (from 10 to 6 cases). These decreases may be attributed to targeted interventions or seasonal shifts in community behaviour, such as reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings. Conversely, burglary saw a sharp 166.7% increase, rising from 3 to 8 cases, a trend that could be linked to heightened vulnerability during the autumn months. Bicycle theft also rose by 100%, with one reported incident in October compared to none in September, reflecting increased cycling during cooler weather. Shoplifting and other theft categories remained above the UK average, with shoplifting at 0.7 per 1,000 (11% above the UK rate) and other theft at 0.7 per 1,000 (35% above). These findings highlight areas where local enforcement may need to focus, particularly in retail zones. The sharp rise in burglary, despite an overall decline in the crime rate, underscores the need for continued vigilance in securing properties. Residents may find the drop in anti-social behaviour encouraging, as it suggests a reduction in disturbances that could affect quality of life.

The crime rate in October 2025 (7.0 per 1,000) represents a 7.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.5 per 1,000, indicating a slight but measurable improvement in local safety. On a daily basis, Scawthorpe and Cusworth experienced approximately 3 crimes per day in October, a figure that, while consistent with historical patterns, remains lower than the UK average when scaled to the area’s population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 144 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure for individuals living in the area. Compared to the UK average, the area’s crime rate is lower, with violent crimes at 2.3 per 1,000 (14% below the UK average) and anti-social behaviour at 1.1 per 1,000 (13% below). However, the population context—13,944 residents—means that the absolute number of crimes (97) is relatively small, even if the rate is slightly higher in certain categories like shoplifting. This comparison illustrates how Scawthorpe and Cusworth’s crime profile, shaped by its urban and industrial mix, differs from the national average. The lower daily crime count and monthly exposure suggest that, despite pockets of concern, the area remains safer than many comparable regions in the UK.