Rotherham Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 276,595, Rotherham's 2,465 reported crimes in September 2024 equate to 8.9 crimes per 1,000 residents—15.6% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This rate highlights a persistent challenge for the local authority district, which has seen violent crime consistently outpace national trends. Violence and sexual offences (890 incidents, 36.1% of total) remain the most prevalent category, with a UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 compared to Rotherham's 3.2 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour (371 incidents) and public order offences (194 incidents) follow closely, both exceeding UK rates by 11% and 25% respectively. These patterns may partly reflect Rotherham's urban character, where high-density housing and commercial activity create environments conducive to such crimes. Seasonal factors also play a role: September, with its transition to autumn and the return of students to educational institutions, may contribute to increased anti-social behaviour and public order issues. However, a direct link between these seasonal shifts and the rise in violent crime, which remains a combination of local and national trends. The area's crime profile underscores the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing violence and sexual offences, which are significantly above the UK average.

September 2024 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories, with possession of weapons rising by 43.8% (32 to 46 incidents) and drug-related offences increasing by 28.3% (53 to 68). These spikes may be linked to late-summer gatherings or the start of academic terms. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 35.7% (14 to 9), potentially reflecting heightened police visibility or seasonal deterrence factors. Shoplifting also declined by 14.9% (188 to 160), which could indicate improved retail security measures or a shift in consumer behaviour. The crime mix shows a stark imbalance: violent crime (36.1%) and property crime (32.8%) together account for nearly 70% of all reported incidents, with property crime including vehicle crime (168 incidents, 33% above UK average) and burglary (129 incidents, 61% above UK average). This suggests a dual focus on both personal safety and asset protection is needed. Rotherham's rate of 'other crime' (86 incidents, 76% above UK average) highlights underreported or ambiguous categories that may require further investigation into their nature and context.

Rotherham's crime rate in September 2024 (8.9 per 1,000) marked a 5.7% decrease from the previous month's 9.5 per 1,000, indicating a slight but measurable improvement. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 82 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the scale of activity for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 112 residents, a ratio that underscores the frequency of incidents relative to the population. This monthly exposure rate—while not directly comparable to UK figures—provides a local benchmark for understanding risk. When scaled to Rotherham's population of 276,595, the 2,465 crimes equate to a rate that, while lower than the previous month, remains significantly above the UK average. The comparison to national data is particularly striking in categories like burglary (61% above UK average) and possession of weapons (186% above UK average), which may reflect local challenges in addressing specific types of criminal activity. These figures, when viewed alongside the month-on-month decline, suggest that while progress is being made, certain areas of the crime profile require sustained attention.