Sprotbrough Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Sprotbrough's crime rate in July 2025 stood at 6.5 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 24.4% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This performance underscores Sprotbrough's position as a relatively safe built-up area within Doncaster, a town with a mix of residential and retail environments. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 24.5% of all reported incidents — a figure 47% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 20.4%, also significantly lower than the national benchmark. Shoplifting, however, presented an anomaly, with rates 38% above the UK average, reflecting the area's retail presence and potential vulnerabilities during peak summer months. The seasonal context of July — marked by school holidays, festivals, and extended daylight hours — likely influenced these patterns. While violence rates declined, the rise in public order offences and shoplifting suggests that the area's crime profile is shaped by both its urban character and the seasonal rhythms of outdoor activity. These dynamics are consistent with Sprotbrough's status as a commuter-oriented suburb, where retail hubs and community events create unique opportunities for crime that differ from larger cities or more rural areas.

July 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Public order offences surged by 150%, rising from 2 to 5 incidents, a shift that may reflect increased outdoor activity during peak summer. Other theft and other crime categories both doubled compared to June, suggesting a possible uptick in opportunistic crimes during school holidays. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 36.8%, likely linked to seasonal changes in social dynamics. Shoplifting rates in Sprotbrough were 38% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the 47% below average for violence and sexual offences. This divergence highlights the area's unique crime profile, where retail-focused crimes are relatively more prevalent than violent incidents. For residents, the increase in public order offences provides a clear indicator to remain vigilant in public spaces during July's festival season.

Sprotbrough's crime rate in July 2025 rose slightly to 6.5 per 1,000 residents from 6.4 per 1,000 in June, a 2.0% increase. This small upward trend contrasts with the area's overall position as one of the UK's safest built-up areas, remaining 24.4% below the national average. Locally, the monthly figure translates to roughly two crimes per day — a rate that, while consistent with seasonal patterns, is lower than the UK's average of 8.6 per 1,000. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 154 residents, a figure that highlights the relatively low exposure to crime in this community compared to the UK average. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Sprotbrough's crime profile is distinct from larger urban centres, where higher density and different demographic profiles often drive higher rates. This context is crucial for residents assessing local safety, as the area's built-up character within Doncaster likely contributes to its unique balance between urban and rural influences.