Warmsworth Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 12,056 residents, Warmsworth recorded 127 crimes in May 2025, translating to a crime rate of 10.5 per 1,000 people. This places the area 29.6% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, highlighting a higher-than-average burden of crime. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.9% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.8%) and criminal damage and arson (8.7%). These figures align with the seasonal context of May, a month marked by bank holidays and extended evenings, which may partly explain the uptick in outdoor drinking and socialising that often correlates with public disorder and interpersonal violence. The area’s built-up nature within Doncaster likely contributes to higher concentrations of anti-social behaviour and property crime compared to more rural regions. Violent crime in Warmsworth exceeds the UK average by 27%, with 43 incidents reported at a rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents. This could be linked to the area’s proximity to local amenities and public transport hubs, which may foster higher foot traffic and associated risks. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage both show rates significantly above the UK average, suggesting persistent challenges in community management and vandalism prevention. These patterns may reflect the area’s character as a densely populated urban enclave within a larger town, where social interactions and property exposure are more frequent than in sparsely populated regions.

May 2025 saw sharp increases in shoplifting and vehicle crime, both rising by 80% compared to the previous month. Shoplifting, which accounted for 7.1% of all crimes, rose from five to nine incidents, while vehicle crime also jumped from five to nine. This spike may be linked to the start of the summer season, which typically sees increased retail activity and car usage in urban areas. Conversely, other theft and public order offences both declined significantly, with other theft falling by 57.1% and public order offences dropping by 38.5%. These decreases could indicate improved policing efforts or a shift in criminal activity patterns as the weather warmed. Violence and sexual offences remain high in Warmsworth, with a rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents—27% above the UK average. This category alone accounted for over a third of all crimes, suggesting that targeted interventions in areas with high foot traffic or public spaces may be necessary. Drug-related crimes also rose by 40%, from five to seven incidents, indicating a potential need for enhanced community engagement strategies. Meanwhile, burglary and other crime categories remained elevated compared to national averages, though at a lower scale than the most pressing issues. These fluctuations underscore the combination of local factors and broader trends in crime reporting.

The crime rate in Warmsworth for May 2025 (10.5 per 1,000) represents a 4.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 11.0 per 1,000, suggesting a slight downward trend in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may provide residents with a clearer sense of the frequency of incidents in their immediate environment. When viewed through the lens of population size, the monthly exposure to crime translates to one reported crime for roughly every 95 residents in Warmsworth—a statistic that highlights the tangible impact of crime on the community. This monthly ratio, while not directly comparable to national figures, serves as a useful benchmark for understanding the local context. For instance, the rate of violence and sexual offences—3.6 per 1,000—would equate to one such incident for every 276 residents in May alone. This underscores the need for ongoing community-focused initiatives to address persistent issues such as anti-social behaviour and property crime. The comparison to the UK average further illustrates that Warmsworth’s challenges are not isolated but part of a broader regional pattern, albeit with localised intensities that demand tailored responses.