Stainforth Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 marked a notable shift in Stainforth's crime profile, with the overall crime rate falling to 15.3 per 1,000 residents — a 24.8% decrease from October. This built-up area within Doncaster, home to 6,134 people, saw a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics influence crime patterns. While the rate remains 109.6% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, the month-on-month decline suggests a potential stabilization in some crime types. The top three categories — violence and sexual offences (30 cases, 31.9% of total), anti-social behaviour (17 cases, 18.1%), and criminal damage and arson (13 cases, 13.8%) — highlight persistent challenges in community safety. November's dark evenings and Black Friday shopping likely contributed to increased retail crime. The area's proximity to Doncaster's urban core and its mix of residential and commercial spaces may explain the dominance of anti-social behaviour, which is 164% above the UK average. However, the significant reduction in public order offences (down 44.4%) and anti-social behaviour (down 37%) suggests efforts to address these issues may be yielding results. Seasonal factors like Bonfire Night could have temporarily elevated concerns about public safety, but the overall trend points to a more measured approach to crime prevention in the coming months.

November 2025 brought contrasting trends in Stainforth's crime profile. Vehicle crime fell by 47.6% compared to October, from 21 to 11 incidents — a shift consistent with reduced evening activity during colder weather. This decline, however, was offset by sharp increases in drugs-related offences (up 100% to 2 cases) and possession of weapons (up 100% to 1 case), raising questions about emerging local issues. Anti-social behaviour, though down 37% to 17 cases, remains 164% above the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in high-traffic areas. The breakdown also reveals stark disparities: while shoplifting rose 27% above the UK average, other theft fell slightly below the national rate. This contrast may reflect Stainforth's retail presence, which drives certain crimes but also benefits from local enforcement strategies. Public order offences dropped 44.4% to 5 cases, possibly due to reduced alcohol-related incidents during November. These fluctuations underscore the importance of monitoring specific crime types rather than relying on aggregate figures. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the sharp reduction in vehicle crime, which may be linked to shorter daylight hours deterring opportunistic theft. However, the rise in drugs-related offences warrants further attention, as it could indicate shifting patterns in local drug use or distribution networks.

Stainforth's November 2025 crime rate of 15.3 per 1,000 residents reflects a 24.8% decline from the previous month's 20.4 per 1,000, marking a significant shift in the area's crime profile. On a daily basis, this translates to roughly 3 crimes per day — a figure that, while seemingly modest, represents a concentrated impact on Stainforth's 6,134 residents. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 65 residents experienced a reported crime, a statistic that contextualizes the local burden of crime within the built-up area. When compared to the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, Stainforth's rate remains 109.6% higher, emphasizing the need for continued investment in local policing and community initiatives. This disparity is particularly pronounced in categories like anti-social behaviour (164% above UK average) and vehicle crime (350% above UK average), which may be influenced by Stainforth's proximity to Doncaster's urban infrastructure. However, the month-on-month reduction suggests that targeted interventions — such as increased patrols during peak crime hours — could be yielding results. For residents, the most tangible measure is the 1-in-65 monthly exposure rate, which provides a clear benchmark for understanding personal risk. While this figure is lower than the previous month's 1-in-49, it still highlights the disproportionate burden Stainforth carries compared to the national average. These comparisons underscore the importance of localized strategies in addressing crime, rather than relying on broad national initiatives.