Brinsworth Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31.3% of all crimes in Brinsworth during January 2025, despite being 56% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This stark contrast to the national picture highlights the area’s unique crime profile, where violent crime remains low compared to other regions. The overall crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents marked a 47.9% deficit relative to the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, reflecting a broader trend of lower-than-expected criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour followed closely with 25.0% of total crimes, though still 8% below the UK rate of 1.0 per 1,000. These figures align with the seasonal context of January, a post-holiday period characterised by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which likely curtails opportunities for certain types of crime. The area’s built-up nature within Rotherham may contribute to this pattern, as limited commercial activity and residential density could dampen incidents typically associated with high-traffic urban zones. Property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime remained below UK averages, suggesting that Brinsworth’s spatial layout or community dynamics may play a role in deterring such offences. The absence of a significant rise in violent crime despite national trends warrants further local analysis. Overall, the crime picture illustrates a consistent pattern of subdued criminal activity, with the most notable outlier being the unusually low rate of violence and sexual offences.

January 2025 saw sharp increases in criminal damage and arson (+200%), anti-social behaviour (+166.7%), and other theft (+100%). Anti-social behaviour, now the second most common crime category at 25.0% of total incidents, rose from 3 to 8 cases—a jump that may reflect heightened community tensions or transient population movements during the post-holiday period. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 28.6% (from 14 to 10), maintaining their position as the most frequent category despite being 56% below the UK average. This decline could be linked to seasonal factors, as shorter days and reduced social gatherings may limit opportunities for such crimes. Vehicle crime also dropped by 33.3% (from 3 to 2), due to lower commuter activity during the early months of the year. Public order offences fell by 50.0%, though this category was already well below the UK average. For residents, the most immediate insight is the 100% increase in other thefts, which may signal targeted activity in specific areas such as local businesses or homes. These shifts in crime mix suggest a combination of seasonal, environmental, and social factors.

Brinsworth’s crime rate in January 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month at 3.7 per 1,000 residents, indicating no significant month-on-month change. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, a figure that may seem low but must be contextualised within the local population of 8,758 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 274 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average when scaled similarly. This statistic underscores the area’s relatively safe environment, though Brinsworth’s small population size inherently limits the absolute number of crimes that can occur. The daily crime count, while modest, could be perceived as more frequent by residents if concentrated in specific locations or times. When compared to the UK average, Brinsworth’s overall crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 is 47.9% below the national figure, a gap that persists across most categories. However, the area’s unique demographic and geographic characteristics—likely including lower population density and fewer commercial hubs—may contribute to this disparity. These comparisons highlight both the strengths and potential limitations of the local crime profile, offering a nuanced perspective for community members and policymakers alike.