Maltby Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2023, Maltby recorded 106 crimes across a population of 14,580 residents, equating to a crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 people. This figure places the area 14.1% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, reflecting a relatively safer environment compared to the national context. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.7% of all reported incidents, followed by public order offences (11.3%) and anti-social behaviour (8.5%). These patterns align with the area's character as a built-up district within Rotherham, where community dynamics and local infrastructure may influence crime trends. The seasonal context of June, marking the start of summer and the longest days of the year, likely contributes to the mix of crime types observed. For instance, the higher proportion of public order offences could be linked to increased social activity during warmer weather, while the prominence of violence and sexual offences may reflect ongoing challenges in maintaining public safety in densely populated areas. The relatively low rate of property crimes, such as burglary and vehicle crime, which were 6% and 15% below the UK average respectively, suggests that targeted security measures or community engagement initiatives may be playing a role in deterring such offences. However, the data also highlights areas for improvement, particularly in addressing the 19% increase in public order offences above the UK average and the significant rise in robbery and drugs-related incidents. These findings underscore the need for a balanced approach to crime prevention, combining community policing efforts with targeted interventions to address emerging challenges. The overall crime rate, while lower than the national average, indicates that Maltby's residents continue to benefit from a crime environment that is generally more secure than the UK as a whole.

June 2023 saw a dramatic 300% increase in robbery cases, rising from one to four incidents. This sharp rise, while concerning, contrasts with a 50% reduction in 'other crime' reports, which fell from six to three. The category of drugs also experienced a 200% surge, increasing from one to three incidents, a trend that may reflect seasonal changes or shifts in local activity. Meanwhile, burglary cases rose by 150%, jumping from two to five, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in property security during the summer months. These spikes in robbery and drugs stand in stark contrast to the 35.7% decrease in anti-social behaviour, which dropped from 14 to nine incidents. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 38.7% of all reports, though they were 4% below the UK average for this category. The data also reveals that public order offences were 19% above the UK average, indicating a need for targeted interventions in this area.

Maltby's crime rate in June 2023 stood at 7.3 per 1,000 residents, a 10.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.2. This decline, while modest, suggests a stabilising trend in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the community. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 138 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure to crime in a population of 14,580. This rate, when scaled to the local population, provides a clearer picture of how frequently residents may encounter crime in their daily lives. The reduction in overall crime rate contrasts with specific increases in certain categories, such as robbery and drugs, which highlight shifts in the crime mix. These fluctuations, while notable, do not overshadow the broader downward trend when compared to the prior month, offering some reassurance to residents.