Rotherham Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rotherham recorded 2,328 crimes in September 2025, translating to a crime rate of 8.4 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 13.5% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, reflecting a persistent challenge in maintaining lower-than-average crime levels. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (37.2% of total crimes), anti-social behaviour (17.6%), and public order offences (8.9%). These patterns align with Rotherham’s character as a post-industrial town transitioning into a more diverse economic and social landscape. The rise in public order offences and 'other crime' may be linked to the start of the academic year, as university freshers and returning students reintegrate into the community, potentially increasing social interactions and associated tensions. Conversely, the decline in shoplifting could be attributed to heightened retail security measures during the back-to-school period. Seasonal factors, such as the transition from summer to autumn and the associated changes in daylight hours, may also influence outdoor crime patterns. The prominence of violence and sexual offences highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas with high foot traffic or social mixing, such as town centres and transport hubs. Overall, the data illustrates a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and the effectiveness of crime prevention strategies in shaping Rotherham’s crime profile.

September 2025 saw notable shifts in Rotherham’s crime profile, with public order offences increasing by 9.5% (189 to 207) and 'other crime' rising by 5.8% (69 to 73). These increases contrast with significant declines in theft from the person (-50.0%, from 10 to 5) and shoplifting (-27.5%, from 207 to 150), suggesting potential improvements in targeted prevention efforts or reduced opportunities for such crimes. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 37.2% of all crimes and sitting 20% above the UK average. This gap underscores the area’s distinct challenges compared to national trends. Meanwhile, shoplifting rates fell below the UK average by 18%, a figure that may reflect seasonal retail patterns or enhanced security measures during the back-to-school period. For residents, the sharp drop in theft from the person offers a tangible indicator of possible success in addressing this specific category of crime.

Rotherham's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 8.4 per 1,000 residents, a 9.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.3 per 1,000. This decline suggests a potential stabilization in local crime trends following a period of elevated activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 78 crimes each day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 119 residents over the course of the month. When scaled to Rotherham’s population of 276,595, this highlights the frequency of incidents relative to the community size. While the overall rate remains above the UK average, the month-on-month reduction may reflect seasonal factors such as the transition from summer to autumn, which could influence patterns of outdoor activity and social interactions. These statistics provide residents with a clearer understanding of their local risk profile, particularly in light of ongoing efforts to monitor and address crime hotspots.