Rotherham Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Rotherham's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 9.2 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 21.1% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure underscores a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety, particularly given the local context of an urban-industrial district with a mix of residential, commercial, and public spaces. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.5% of all reported incidents (902 cases). This was followed by anti-social behaviour (15.7%) and criminal damage and arson (8.7%), both of which significantly exceeded UK averages. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the early onset of winter darkness—may have contributed to patterns observed in certain crime types. For instance, the sharp rise in theft from the person could be linked to increased foot traffic in retail areas during the post-Black Friday period. Conversely, the relatively low rate of vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.4 per 1,000) suggests that local measures such as CCTV coverage or traffic management in key areas may be effective. However, the higher-than-average rates for violent crime and anti-social behaviour indicate ongoing challenges in addressing community safety, particularly in areas with high concentrations of public spaces and social hubs. These patterns are consistent with Rotherham's character as a town with a complex mix of urban and industrial environments, where population density and socio-economic factors may intersect to influence crime trends.

November 2024 saw a marked increase in theft from the person, with incidents rising by 80% (5 to 9) compared to the previous month. This sharp rise may partly reflect the timing of Black Friday shopping, which often coincides with heightened retail activity and opportunistic theft. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 17.5% (485 to 400), potentially linked to seasonal changes in public activity as evenings grew darker earlier. Vehicle crime also fell by 20.1% (154 to 123), a decline consistent with reduced vehicle movement during the month. Rotherham's violent crime rate—3.3 per 1,000—exceeds the UK average by 28%, a disparity that may reflect local factors such as the area's urban density and the presence of high-traffic public spaces. Meanwhile, vehicle crime in Rotherham is 9% below the UK average, a figure that could indicate effective local policing in certain sectors.

Rotherham's crime rate in November 2024 rose slightly to 9.2 per 1,000 residents, a 2.0% increase from the previous month's 9.0 per 1,000. This small upward trend suggests stability rather than a sharp shift. above the UK average. Locally, this translates to approximately 85 crimes reported per day, a figure that highlights the persistent presence of criminal activity in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 109 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents for those living in Rotherham. When compared to the UK-wide average, Rotherham's population-scaled perspective reveals a higher burden of crime, particularly in categories like violence and anti-social behaviour. This context may help residents understand the relative risk profile of their neighbourhoods, even as the overall rate remains relatively stable month-on-month.