Kiveton Park Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2023, Kiveton Park's crime rate stood at 5.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 29.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This lower-than-average figure suggests a relatively safer environment compared to the national profile. The balance between property and violent crime in the area is striking: 15 violent crimes (39.5% of total) and 16 property crimes (42.1%) accounted for the majority of reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences dominated with 15 cases, followed by vehicle crime (6 cases) and anti-social behaviour (5 cases). This mix contrasts with the UK average, where violent crime constitutes a smaller proportion of total incidents. The seasonal context of April—characterised by spring weather and increased outdoor activity—may influence patterns, though the area's lower overall rate suggests effective local policing or community initiatives. Vehicle crime, while still present, has seen a notable decline compared to previous months, potentially reflecting seasonal shifts in activity or targeted enforcement. The relatively low crime rate, despite a significant share of violent incidents, indicates a combination of local demographics and policing strategies. Kiveton Park's position as a built-up area within Rotherham, likely influenced by its commuter function and industrial heritage, may contribute to these patterns. The data highlights a need to understand why violent crime remains prominent despite the area's overall safety, which could inform future community engagement or resource allocation.

April 2023 saw significant shifts in crime patterns compared to March, with vehicle crime dropping by 53.8% (from 13 to 6 cases) and burglary decreasing by 33.3% (from 6 to 4 cases). These declines align with the UK average for vehicle crime (0.5 per 1,000) but place Kiveton Park 78% above the national rate for this category. Conversely, drugs-related offences surged by 100% (from 0 to 1 case), while criminal damage and arson also doubled (from 0 to 3 cases). This spike in non-violent, non-property crimes may reflect seasonal factors such as Easter-related activity or temporary spikes in illicit behaviour. The balance between property and violent crime remained relatively even, with 39.5% of incidents classified as violence and sexual offences—19% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour. (from 7 to 5 cases), still contributes 13.2% of total crimes, significantly below the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. Residents may find the 19% reduction in violent crime compared to the UK average particularly noteworthy, suggesting local measures may be effective in curbing more serious incidents. The increase in vehicle crime, however, underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas with high vehicle density.

Kiveton Park's crime rate in April 2023 fell to 5.3 per 1,000 residents, a 19.2% decrease from March's rate of 6.6 per 1,000. This drop places the area firmly in a downward trend, with only 1 crime reported per day on average—a stark contrast to the UK's higher national rate. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 188 residents experienced a reported crime, a figure that contextualises the low frequency of incidents within the area's population of 7,151. This monthly exposure rate, while relatively low, is still higher than the UK average when considering specific categories like vehicle crime (78% above the national rate). The population-scaled perspective reveals that Kiveton Park's crime profile, while safer overall, has pockets of vulnerability—particularly in vehicle-related offences. The decline from March may be attributed to seasonal factors, with April's spring weather potentially reducing opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the persistence of violent crime at 39.5% of total incidents suggests that local conditions, such as community dynamics or policing strategies, play a critical role in shaping the area's crime profile. These figures highlight the importance of maintaining momentum in reducing crime while addressing specific categories that remain above the UK average.