Kiveton Park Crime Rate

About Kiveton Park Crime Statistics

The Built-Up Area (BUA) of Kiveton Park reports an overall crime rate of 75.1 per 1,000 residents, which is below the UK average of 93.4 per 1,000. The area achieves a strong safety score of 83 out of 100, placing it above the national average of 78. Property crime in Kiveton Park stands at 23.1 per 1,000 people, notably lower than the UK average of 33.2 per 1,000. Over the past year, the crime rate in this area has been decreasing by 9.6%. This data suggests a comparatively safer environment compared to the national picture.

Crime Breakdown in Kiveton Park

In Kiveton Park BUA, violence and sexual offences are the most prevalent crime type, accounting for 33.7% of all reported crimes, at a rate of 25.3 per 1,000 residents. Anti-social behaviour follows as the second most common at 20.3% (15.2 per 1,000), with vehicle crime being the third most reported at 9.3% (7.0 per 1,000). These three categories collectively represent a notable portion of the criminal activity in the area.

Property-related crime, encompassing burglary, robbery, theft from person, criminal damage and arson, bicycle theft, vehicle crime, and other theft, is recorded at a rate of 23.1 per 1,000 people in Kiveton Park BUA. This figure is lower than the UK average property crime rate, suggesting a reduced risk for residents and homeowners. Specific property crime categories include vehicle crime (7.0 per 1,000), criminal damage and arson (3.9 per 1,000), burglary (3.4 per 1,000), other theft (3.5 per 1,000), and shoplifting (4.5 per 1,000). The lower rates across these categories contribute to the area's generally safer profile.

Crime Trends in Kiveton Park

Kiveton Park BUA has experienced a decreasing crime trend over the past year, with a reduction of 9.6% in the total number of crimes reported year-over-year. Monthly crime rates per 1,000 residents show fluctuations, starting at 6.3 in October 2024, rising to 6.9 in December 2024, and then generally stabilising between 4.9 and 7.7 throughout the year, before settling at 7.3 in September 2025. This pattern suggests a generally stable trend with some seasonal variations, but an overall positive reduction over the year. For residents, this indicates a slightly improving crime environment.

Crime Time Patterns in Kiveton Park

Analysis of crime patterns in Kiveton Park BUA reveals distinct trends across different times of the day. Morning hours (6am-12pm) are characterised by theft (31%) and vehicle crime (32%), indicating opportunistic offences targeting commercial areas and unattended vehicles. The afternoon (12pm-6pm) sees burglary rise to 28% alongside continued theft (37%), likely linked to daytime absences. In the evening (6pm-12am), 'other' crimes become most prevalent at 36%, with vehicle crime (30%) and burglary (21%) also high, suggesting a shift towards broader types of offences. Night-time (12am-6am) is dominated by vehicle crime at a substantial 58%, indicating a peak in car-related offences when vehicles are often parked overnight. These variations highlight the dynamic nature of crime throughout the 24-hour cycle.

Comparing Kiveton Park with Nearby Areas

Kiveton Park's crime statistics offer a favourable comparison to its surrounding areas. With an overall crime rate of 75.1 per 1,000 and a property crime rate of 23.1 per 1,000, it generally presents a safer profile than nearby built-up areas such as Todwick and North Anston. South Anston and Harthill (Rotherham) also show comparable, and at times lower, crime figures. Kiveton Park's high safety score of 83/100 further reinforces its position as a comparatively secure location within the Rotherham local authority. This regional context highlights the relative safety experienced by residents in Kiveton Park.

Protecting Your Property in Kiveton Park

Even in an area with a lower property crime rate like Kiveton Park (23.1 per 1,000), proactive home security remains a wise investment. While traditional security cameras document incidents, they don't actively deter crime. For residents seeking to prevent crime rather than just record it, advanced security solutions offer a superior approach.

AI-powered security operating systems such as scOS are engineered for proactive protection, identifying potential threats at your property boundary before they escalate. This differs significantly from conventional DIY systems that often provide alerts only after an intrusion has occurred. ScOS leverages multi-camera intelligence for comprehensive monitoring and can even verify vehicles through DVLA integration, learning routine patterns to minimise false alarms. Its autonomous response features, including activating lights and engaging speakers, disrupt an intruder's element of surprise, often causing them to abandon their attempt within the critical first 60 seconds. Opting for professional-grade deterrence like scOS provides a more robust defence against property crime.