Kiveton Park Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Kiveton Park's crime picture in March 2024, accounting for 34% of all reported incidents. This makes it the most significant category by volume, a pattern consistent with the area's character as a mixed-use built-up area within Rotherham. The overall crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents places the area 14.3% below the UK average of 7.7, reflecting a broader trend of relatively lower crime rates in smaller urban centres. The breakdown shows that anti-social behaviour (17%) and vehicle crime (12.8%) are the next most prevalent categories, though both remain below the UK average. The seasonal context of March—a transition to spring with longer evenings—may contribute to the prominence of violent crimes, as increased foot traffic and social activity in local amenities can create environments conducive to such offences. The area's violent crime rate (2.2 per 1,000) is 18% below the UK average, a consistent finding that may be linked to the community's social fabric and local policing efforts. However, vehicle crime's 70% above UK average rate suggests a specific vulnerability, likely tied to the area's road infrastructure and parking patterns. This dual dynamic—lower rates for violent crimes but higher rates for property-related offences—highlights the need for targeted interventions that address both community cohesion and infrastructure security. As March transitions to spring, the interplay between environmental factors and crime patterns will remain a key area for monitoring.

March 2024 saw sharp increases in criminal damage and arson, which rose by 150% from 2 to 5 incidents. This surge, while not uncommon during seasonal transitions, may reflect the impact of longer evenings and increased outdoor activity. Other crime and other theft both doubled from 1 to 2 incidents, suggesting a possible shift in criminal focus towards opportunistic offences. Vehicle crime fell by 33.3% compared to February, with reported incidents dropping from 9 to 6. This decline, though modest, could indicate the effectiveness of recent traffic management initiatives or seasonal factors influencing vehicle-related crime. The area's violent crime rate—2.2 per 1,000—remains 18% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may be attributed to the area's smaller, more tightly-knit community structure. However, vehicle crime in Kiveton Park (0.8 per 1,000) is 70% above the UK average, highlighting a specific vulnerability that warrants further localised analysis.

Kiveton Park's crime rate in March 2024 rose by 23.7% compared to February, climbing from 5.3 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in the monthly crime profile, with property-related offences now accounting for 32% of reported incidents compared to 34% in the previous month. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 2 crimes per day in March, a figure that aligns with the area's relatively low overall crime rate compared to the UK average. When scaled to the local population, this translates to one reported crime for every 152 residents over the course of the month—a statistic that provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the rate is below the UK average, the concentrated nature of reported violence and sexual offences may indicate specific localised pressures, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or social interaction. This monthly exposure figure, when compared to the UK's broader context, underscores the importance of targeted community policing and localised crime prevention strategies in maintaining public safety.