Stainforth Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Stainforth's crime profile in January 2026 reveals a stark imbalance in criminal activity, with violent offences and anti-social behaviour dominating the landscape. The overall crime rate of 15.2 per 1,000 residents — 123.5% above the UK average — underscores the area's elevated risk compared to national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.3% of all reported crimes, a rate of 5.1 per 1,000 that is 104% above the UK average. This dominance of violent crime may reflect the area's social fabric, with high levels of anti-social behaviour (14.0% of total crimes) suggesting tensions in public spaces or community dynamics. Vehicle crime, at 1.8 per 1,000, is 386% above the UK average, a figure that could be linked to the built-up nature of the area and potential vulnerabilities in vehicle security. Seasonal factors may also play a role, as January's post-holiday period and shorter days typically see reduced retail activity, which could indirectly influence shoplifting rates (up 166.7% from December). However, the area's crime mix remains heavily skewed toward violent and disorderly incidents, diverging from the UK trend where property crimes often dominate. This suggests a unique local context, tied to Stainforth's role as a built-up area within Doncaster, where community interactions and spatial density may amplify interpersonal conflicts and anti-social conduct. The absence of significant drops in violent crime despite the overall rate decline highlights the persistence of these issues, even as other categories show improvement.

January 2026 saw a stark increase in shoplifting, with cases rising by 166.7% from 3 to 8 — a jump that could be linked to post-holiday retail patterns or reduced footfall in local stores. Other theft also surged by 250.0%, climbing from 2 to 7 incidents, indicating a possible shift in criminal focus during the month. Conversely, burglary and other crime both fell by 75.0%, suggesting a temporary dip in residential or general criminal activity. Violent crimes remained high, with a rate of 5.1 per 1,000 — 104% above the UK average — a figure that raises questions about local social dynamics or policing effectiveness. The spike in drug-related crimes, which doubled from 0 to 1, adds another layer to the area's crime profile. These fluctuations highlight the combination of factors influencing crime in Stainforth.

Stainforth's crime rate in January 2026 fell by 10.6% from the previous month's 17.0 per 1,000, marking a slight decline in overall criminal activity. This reduction is reflected in the daily crime count, with an average of 3 crimes reported each day — a figure that underscores the persistent presence of crime in the area despite the drop. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 66 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents within a relatively small population of 6,134. While the rate remains significantly higher than the UK average, the downward trend suggests potential stabilisation in local policing efforts or seasonal factors influencing criminal activity. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a higher risk of encountering crime than the national average, though the month-on-month decrease offers a glimmer of progress in addressing local challenges.