Brinsworth Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Brinsworth's crime rate in October 2023 stood at 4.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 47.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure reflects a continuation of the area's historically low crime profile, though seasonal factors may have influenced patterns. The three most prevalent crime types were burglary (18.9% of total), public order offences (16.2%), and violence and sexual offences (16.2%). These figures align with Brinsworth's character as a built-up area within Rotherham, where community-focused policing and limited commercial density may contribute to lower overall crime rates. October's shorter daylight hours, marked by the clocks going back and Halloween, could have intensified public order issues, though the data shows a 25% decrease in public order offences from September. Burglary, however, saw a significant rise, which may partly reflect increased home security checks or seasonal property movements. The contrast with the UK average is particularly stark in violent crime, where Brinsworth's rate is 74% below the national figure. This divergence may be attributed to the area's relatively stable population and the absence of high-risk environments such as late-night entertainment venues. The low shoplifting rate (14% below UK average) suggests effective retail security measures, while the sharp increase in weapon possession (186% above UK average) warrants further scrutiny. These patterns illustrate the combination of local demographics and broader national trends.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift occurred in burglary, which surged by 133.3% from 3 to 7 incidents. This jump. of total crimes, may indicate seasonal vulnerabilities such as increased property movement during the autumn. Conversely, violence and sexual offences plummeted by 73.9%, from 23 to 6 cases—a stark contrast to the UK average, where Brinsworth's rate is 74% below the national figure. This decrease could reflect effective community interventions or the absence of large-scale events that typically drive such crimes. Public order offences also declined by 25%, though they remained 19% above the UK average, suggesting ongoing challenges in managing local disturbances. The surge in weapon possession (100% increase) is particularly notable, with Brinsworth's rate (0.2 per 1,000) 186% above the UK average. This anomaly may require targeted policing efforts, though the small absolute numbers (2 incidents) suggest a need for cautious interpretation. For residents, the most immediately relevant finding is the sharp rise in burglary, which could inform home security practices ahead of the winter months.

Brinsworth's October 2023 crime rate (4.2 per 1,000) marked a 32.8% decrease from September's 6.3 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 1 crime per day over the 31-day period—a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance in specific areas. Monthly exposure calculations show that over the course of October, 1 reported crime occurred for every 237 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. This ratio is lower than the UK average, which would require population-specific data to compare directly. The 8758 residents of Brinsworth thus face a crime environment markedly different from national trends, particularly in violent crime where the area's rate is 74% below the UK average. This divergence may be attributed to Brinsworth's character as a built-up area within Rotherham, where community cohesion and limited commercial density likely contribute to lower violent crime rates. However, the sharp increase in burglary and weapon possession highlights the importance of targeted local measures, even within an otherwise low-crime context. The comparison to September's figures also reveals the volatility of specific crime types, with public order offences showing a 25% decline despite remaining above the UK average. These fluctuations illustrate the need for ongoing analysis to identify emerging patterns.