Stainforth Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Stainforth’s crime rate in February 2026 stood at 15.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 137.5% above the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This stark divergence underscores the area’s distinct criminal profile compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 38.7% of total incidents and 154% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 15.1%, with criminal damage and arson also significantly elevated. These patterns align with Stainforth’s status as a built-up area within Doncaster, where high-density living and limited public space may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal and property crime. Seasonal context plays a role, as February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may drive more indoor gatherings, exacerbating violence and anti-social behaviour. However, the absence of major festivals or events in the area means that local factors—such as socioeconomic challenges or policing strategies—likely have a stronger influence. Property crime, while lower than violent crime, remains a concern, with burglary rates at 1.6 per 1,000, 540% above the UK average. This discrepancy may reflect the area’s proximity to retail hubs or unsecured properties. The data illustrates a combination of local conditions and national trends, requiring targeted interventions to address the most pressing issues.

Burglary saw an unprecedented 900% increase in February 2026, rising from one incident in January to ten in February. This leap far outpaces other category changes and may partly reflect seasonal factors, such as colder weather driving more indoor activity or increased home security lapses during winter. Concurrently, violence and sexual offences rose by 16.1%, pushing this category to 38.7% of total crimes—well above the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000. The surge in violent crime contrasts with declines in other areas: other theft dropped by 85.7% (from seven to one incident), and vehicle crime fell by 54.5% (from 11 to five). These divergent trends suggest complex dynamics at play, though the absence of a broader UK comparison for vehicle crime limits deeper analysis. For residents, the burglary spike is a stark reminder of the need for heightened vigilance during winter months.

Stainforth's crime rate in February 2026 remained stable at 15.2 per 1,000 residents, matching the same figure from the previous month. This consistency suggests no immediate shift in overall criminal activity despite fluctuations in specific categories. Locally, this translates to approximately three crimes reported each day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity within the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 66 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a community of just over 6,000 people. While this monthly exposure rate is a local metric, it serves as a tangible benchmark for residents assessing their risk profile. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Stainforth's crime rate is significantly higher than the UK average, though the lack of month-on-month change indicates that systemic factors—rather than transient events—are likely shaping the area’s criminal landscape.