Dinnington Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Dinnington's crime profile in June 2023, accounting for 28.1% of all reported incidents. This category, at 1.9 per 1,000 residents, remains 35% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. The overall crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000—20% below the UK average—reflects a relatively safer environment compared to national trends. Vehicle crime, for instance, surged to 13 incidents, a rate of 0.9 per 1,000 that is 91% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This anomaly may be linked to local infrastructure, such as the presence of car parks or transport hubs that attract opportunistic offenders. Anti-social behaviour, at 13 incidents (0.9 per 1,000), also shows a marked deviation from the UK average of 1.5 per 1,000, a 39% deficit that could indicate effective community policing or lower population density in certain areas. Seasonal factors may further explain these trends: as June marks the start of summer, the extended daylight hours and increased social activity in built-up areas like Dinnington could contribute to both higher and lower crime rates depending on the offence type. For example, the 40% decline in shoplifting from May to June may reflect reduced foot traffic during the early summer months, while the sharp rise in drugs-related crimes could be tied to the relaxation of social restrictions or seasonal gatherings. These patterns illustrate the nuanced relationship between local demographics, environmental factors, and crime reporting, though further analysis would be needed to confirm these hypotheses.

June 2023 saw a dramatic 300% increase in drugs-related crimes, rising from 2 to 8 incidents. This spike, while statistically significant, remains an outlier in the area's broader crime picture. Vehicle crime also rose sharply, increasing by 116.7% to 13 incidents, a figure that exceeds the UK average by 91%. This jump may reflect seasonal factors, with summer months often correlating with higher vehicle-related offences in built-up areas. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 40% from 5 to 3 incidents, and other theft dropped by 58.3% to 5 cases, suggesting a potential shift in criminal activity patterns. Violence and sexual offences—accounting for 28.1% of all crimes—remained 35% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may be linked to local community initiatives or demographic characteristics. These fluctuations highlight the combination of seasonal rhythms and local enforcement efforts, though can be established from the data alone.

Dinnington's crime rate in June 2023 fell to 6.8 per 1,000 residents, an 11.1% drop from the previous month's 7.6 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area during summer months. Locally, the monthly average translates to roughly 3 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents in a built-up area within Rotherham. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for every 148 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low exposure compared to larger urban centres. With a population of 14,160, this monthly aggregate suggests that most residents experience no direct involvement in crime, though the distribution of specific offence types may reflect local dynamics. The drop from May to June contrasts with the UK-wide seasonal patterns, where summer often sees increased reports of anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime. This divergence could indicate effective local interventions or shifting patterns in community activity during the summer months.