Stainforth Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Stainforth's December 2024 crime rate of 14.0 per 1,000 residents places it 97.2% above the UK average, highlighting a stark divergence from national trends. This built-up area within Doncaster experiences a high level of violent crime, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 37.2% of all reported incidents. The data illustrates a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics: December's dark evenings and empty homes over holidays likely contribute to increased opportunities for crime, while the proximity of retail hubs may amplify property-related offences. Criminal damage and arson (15.1% of total crimes) and vehicle crime (12.8%) are 296% and 350% above UK averages respectively, suggesting vulnerabilities in infrastructure or enforcement. The area's relatively small population (6,134 residents) compounds the impact of these figures, as 1-in-71 residents experienced a reported crime during the month. This contrast with the UK average—where violent crime rates are 2.6 per 1,000 and property crime rates are significantly lower—raises questions about local socioeconomic factors, policing strategies, and the influence of transient populations during peak holiday periods. The high proportion of anti-social behaviour (12.8%) and public order offences (5.8%) further indicates a need for targeted interventions in community spaces that may lack adequate oversight.

December saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with theft from the person and robbery both doubling from zero to one incident each. This spike, while statistically minor, may reflect the heightened activity of transient individuals during the festive season. Conversely, other crime and possession of weapons both decreased by 80% and 50% respectively, possibly indicating reduced illicit activity during the month. The breakdown of crime types reveals stark disparities: violent crimes in Stainforth are 103% above the UK average, while criminal damage and arson are 296% above. These figures suggest a persistent challenge with anti-social behaviour and property-related offences, which could be linked to the area's built-up nature and seasonal pressures. For residents, the 37.2% share of violent crimes underscores the importance of community vigilance during peak holiday periods.

Stainforth's crime rate in December 2024 (14.0 per 1,000 residents) marked a slight 2.3% decrease from the previous month's 14.4 per 1,000, though it remains significantly higher than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in a built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 71 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents within a small population. While the overall rate is down slightly, the population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a higher risk compared to the UK average. This context is critical for understanding how local factors, such as seasonal trends and community dynamics, interact with national crime patterns in a built-up area with limited spatial dispersion.