Skelmanthorpe Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

November 2023 marked a stark shift in Skelmanthorpe's crime profile, with violence and sexual offences dominating the monthly tally at 14 incidents (46.7% of total crimes). This category alone exceeded the UK average by 4%, despite the area's overall crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents—21.3% below the national figure. The seasonal context of November, with its shortening days and Bonfire Night events, likely contributed to patterns seen in anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 10% of reported crimes, a figure 43% lower than the UK norm, suggesting community-specific factors may suppress such incidents. Meanwhile, shoplifting and vehicle crime both showed notable UK comparisons: shoplifting was 9% above the national rate, while vehicle crime was 20% below. The low crime rate overall aligns with Skelmanthorpe's likely semi-rural character, where lower population density and fewer commercial hubs may deter certain types of crime. However, the concentration of violent offences raises questions about local dynamics, linked to seasonal transitions or transient populations during events like Black Friday shopping. The data illustrates a combination of geography, demographics, and timing, with no single factor dominating the picture.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift was a 100% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 1 to 2 incidents—a jump that could reflect increased vehicle movement during Black Friday sales or heightened vulnerability in local car parks. Similarly, other crime and criminal damage and arson both surged from zero to 1 and 2 incidents respectively, suggesting isolated but notable events that may warrant local scrutiny. Conversely, public order offences fell sharply by 62.5% (from 8 to 3), due to reduced crowd sizes during November's shorter evenings or targeted policing efforts around Bonfire Night. Violence and sexual offences remained the largest category.7 per 1,000 was 4% above the UK average, indicating a localised risk factor that contrasts with the area's overall safety profile. The 43% below UK average for anti-social behaviour is particularly striking, suggesting community cohesion or effective local interventions that may not be replicated elsewhere. Residents should note that while the overall crime rate is low, the concentration of violent offences highlights the need for continued attention to specific risk areas.

Skelmanthorpe's November 2023 crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents marked a 6.2% decline from the previous month's 6.3 rate, reflecting a slight but sustained trend toward lower crime levels. Translating this into daily terms, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period—a figure that, while seemingly low, underscores the significance of each incident in a small community. On a population-scaled basis, this meant that over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for every 171 residents, a ratio that highlights the relative safety of the area compared to larger urban centres. This monthly exposure rate, though not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, aligns with the 21.3% gap in the overall crime rate compared to the national average. The population context is crucial: with 5,120 residents, even minor fluctuations in crime numbers can have a visible impact. The 6.2% monthly decrease suggests that local policing strategies or seasonal factors—such as reduced foot traffic during November's darker evenings—may be influencing crime patterns. However, the persistent presence of violent offences, even at a lower rate, indicates that certain risk factors remain embedded in the area's social fabric, requiring targeted community engagement.