Dinnington (Rotherham) Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Dinnington (Rotherham), 9.4 crimes were recorded in November 2024, placing the area 23.7% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This rate translates to a daily risk of roughly 4 crimes reported in the built-up area, with over 1 in 106 residents experiencing a crime during the month. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 40.6% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (23.3%) and criminal damage and arson (7.5%). The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and prolonged evenings—may partly explain the elevated levels of violence and public order offences, as these events often bring crowds to public spaces and increase social friction. While the area’s crime rate is higher than the UK average, the breakdown of offences suggests local factors, such as the density of residential and commercial areas, could contribute to the disparity. The rate of violent crime in Dinnington is 47% above the UK average, highlighting a particular challenge for local authorities to address. This concentration of violent crime may reflect the area’s role as a hub for community interactions, where conflicts can escalate during high-traffic periods. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime and shoplifting, compared to the UK average, could indicate effective local measures or a demographic profile less prone to these specific offences.

November 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with 'other crime' surging by 500% (from 1 to 6 incidents), potentially indicating unclassified or underreported incidents that require closer examination. Bicycle theft also rose sharply, doubling from 0 to 1 incident, which may relate to seasonal changes in cycling patterns or increased visibility of bikes during darker evenings. Public order offences nearly doubled, jumping from 4 to 8, linked to the convergence of Bonfire Night celebrations and Black Friday shopping, which can strain local policing resources. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 72.7% (from 11 to 3), suggesting a possible reduction in car-related thefts or improved security measures around parking areas. Criminal damage and arson fell by 37.5%, from 16 to 10, which could reflect the impact of seasonal deterrents such as shorter daylight hours reducing opportunities for such crimes. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 29.5%, from 44 to 31, indicating a potential success of local initiatives or the natural ebb of seasonal disturbances. The crime mix in Dinnington remains heavily skewed toward violent and anti-social offences, which are both significantly above the UK average, while property-related crimes like shoplifting and vehicle crime are lower. This contrast underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas where violence and disorder are concentrated, while the reduced property crime rates may suggest effective community policing or environmental design strategies that deter theft.

The crime rate in Dinnington (Rotherham) for November 2024 was 9.4 per 1,000 residents, a 3.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 9.8. This slight decline may reflect seasonal adjustments, such as the conclusion of Black Friday shopping or the winding down of Bonfire Night-related activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 4 crimes reported each day, a figure that, while seemingly low, translates to a monthly exposure of 1 crime for every 106 residents. This ratio offers a tangible measure of risk for individuals living in the area, illustrating that while the overall rate is higher than the UK average, the frequency of individual incidents may not appear overwhelming on a daily basis. When scaled to the population of 14,160 residents, the monthly exposure of 1 in 106 provides a clearer picture of how crime impacts the community, particularly in densely populated or high-traffic areas. This metric also highlights the importance of localized factors, such as the density of residential and commercial spaces, in shaping crime patterns. While the area’s overall rate is elevated compared to the UK average, the breakdown of offences—particularly the dominance of violence and anti-social behaviour—suggests a need for targeted strategies to address the root causes of these specific types of crime. The comparison to the UK average further underscores the necessity for tailored approaches that account for the unique characteristics of Dinnington, which may differ from broader national trends.