Stainforth Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2025, Stainforth's crime profile shifted toward violent offences, with 40 violent crimes recorded compared to 38 property crimes—a reversal of previous trends. The area's overall crime rate of 17.1 per 1,000 residents placed it 122.1% above the UK average of 7.7, highlighting a stark divergence from national patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime mix at 38.1% of total incidents, far exceeding the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (149% above). This concentration of violent crime contrasts with the relatively low rate of shoplifting, which stood at 0.3 per 1,000—55% below the UK average. The seasonal context of April, with its Easter celebrations and springtime outdoor activity, may partly explain the spike in public order offences (1.6 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (2.5 per 1,000). These figures suggest that community engagement in public spaces during the Easter period could have contributed to increased confrontations. The area's built-up character within Doncaster, likely characterised by mixed-use residential and commercial zones, may create conditions where public order issues and personal conflicts escalate more readily during transitional seasons. The relatively high rate of criminal damage and arson (3.3 per 1,000) also raises questions about potential links to seasonal property maintenance or youth activity from the available data.

April 2025 saw significant month-on-month increases in specific crime categories, with robbery rising by 100% (from 0 to 1 incident) and shoplifting doubling from 0 to 2 cases. Vehicle crime also surged by 80% (from 5 to 9), a shift that may reflect increased outdoor activity during the Easter period. While property crimes remained close to violent crimes (38 vs 40), the violent crime category was 149% above the UK average, underscoring Stainforth's distinct challenges compared to national trends. The rate of other theft (0.5 per 1,000) aligned with the UK average, suggesting that some crime categories are performing in line with expectations. The 50% decrease in 'other crime' (from 4 to 2 incidents) provides a potential positive anomaly, though its significance remains unclear without further context. Residents may find the sharp rise in vehicle crime particularly concerning, as it represents a 150% increase from the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. This could indicate vulnerabilities in local vehicle security practices or increased opportunities for theft in parking areas during the Easter holiday period.

Stainforth's crime rate in April 2025 rose 12.9% compared to the previous month's 15.2 per 1,000, reflecting a persistent upward trend. At 4 crimes per day on average, the local rate is higher than many surrounding areas, though no national daily comparison is available. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 58 residents, a figure that may resonate differently with residents depending on their perception of local safety. When scaled to the population of 6,134, the 105 total crimes represent a significant burden for a small built-up area, with violent crimes alone accounting for 38.1% of all incidents. This level of exposure places Stainforth's residents in a markedly different position compared to the UK average, where violent crimes account for only 2.6 per 1,000. The daily crime count of 4 provides a tangible metric for residents to consider when planning activities, though it's important to note that this figure includes all crime types. The monthly exposure rate of 1-in-58 residents may be particularly striking for families with children, given the potential for school-related crimes or youth activity. While specific causes for these figures, the built-up nature of the area and its proximity to Doncaster's broader urban environment likely contribute to the higher-than-average crime profile.