Kiveton Park Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Kiveton Park's crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents in December 2023 places it 37.5% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. This performance highlights the area's relative safety compared to national trends, though local factors shape the crime profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 28.1% of all reported crimes, with nine incidents recorded, while anti-social behaviour (7 cases) and shoplifting (4 cases) followed as the next most common categories. The seasonal context of December—characterised by darker evenings, holiday shopping, and temporary absences from homes—likely influenced these patterns. For instance, the relatively low burglary rate (3 cases) may reflect fewer unoccupied properties during the festive period. Conversely, shoplifting's higher-than-UK-average rate (0.6 per 1,000) could be linked to increased retail activity and foot traffic in the area during the Christmas season. The area's built-up nature within Rotherham suggests a mix of residential and commercial spaces, which may contribute to anti-social behaviour incidents but also provide opportunities for community policing and local initiatives to maintain low crime levels. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the data underscores the need for targeted strategies to address specific categories like shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, which show distinct local patterns.

December 2023 saw notable shifts in crime trends for Kiveton Park. Possession of weapons rose by 100% (from 0 to 1 incident), while other crime also increased by 100% (from 0 to 1), reflecting isolated but significant changes. Burglary rose by 50% (2 to 3 cases), possibly linked to seasonal patterns or local factors such as temporary housing arrangements. Conversely, other theft fell by 80% (from 5 to 1), criminal damage and arson dropped by 75% (from 4 to 1), and public order offences decreased by 66.7% (from 3 to 1). These reductions may be attributed to the festive season's emphasis on community cohesion and reduced outdoor activity during colder evenings. Violence and sexual offences, at 28.1% of all crimes, remained significantly below the UK average (50% lower), while anti-social behaviour (21.9% of crimes) was 8% above the UK rate of 0.9 per 1,000. Shoplifting (12.5% of crimes) also exceeded the UK average by 22%, reflecting the area's retail presence and the draw of holiday shoppers. These findings highlight the importance of tailoring local strategies to address specific crime types, such as shoplifting, while building on the success of initiatives that have reduced anti-social behaviour and public order incidents.

Kiveton Park's crime rate in December 2023 (4.5 per 1,000) marked a 32% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.6 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained decline in local crime levels. This reduction is particularly significant when considering the area's population of 7,151 residents, which translates to roughly one reported crime for every 223 residents over the course of the month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, a figure that, while low, remains a local benchmark for residents. Comparing this to the UK average, Kiveton Park's performance underscores its relative safety, with the overall rate nearly 40% lower than the national figure. The decrease from November to December may be partly explained by seasonal factors, including the festive period's focus on community events and reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings. However, the data also highlights the need for continued vigilance in areas where local rates deviate from the UK average, such as anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. For residents, the 1-in-223 monthly exposure figure provides a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime, though it should be contextualised within the broader picture of local policing efforts and community engagement initiatives that have contributed to the area's overall improvement.