Maltby Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Maltby, 6.5 crimes were reported in May 2024 — 22.6% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This translates to roughly one crime for every 155 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises risk in daily life. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (35.1% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.0%) and vehicle crime (9.6%). These patterns align with Maltby's character as a built-up area within Rotherham, where community spaces and local amenities may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. May's longer evenings and bank holidays likely amplified socialising in public spaces, increasing opportunities for violent and anti-social incidents. Meanwhile, vehicle crime rates remained stable, reflecting consistent patterns of parking and traffic flow in the area. The overall rate is lower than the UK average, suggesting Maltby's community may have effective local measures in place to manage crime, though seasonal factors such as increased outdoor activity could influence trends in the coming months.

May 2024 saw a 100% increase in anti-social behaviour reports, rising from 8 to 16 incidents. This surge may partly explain the 35.1% share of total crimes attributed to this category, though no direct causal link can be confirmed. Conversely, burglary dropped by 90% compared to April, with only one reported incident — a stark contrast to the 10 cases recorded the previous month. Vehicle crime also rose by 28.6%, potentially linked to increased traffic during the May bank holiday period. Maltby's rate of violence and sexual offences (2.3 per 1,000) is 19% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (1.1 per 1,000) is 24% below the national rate. This suggests local factors — such as community engagement or policing strategies — may be contributing to these below-average figures. However, other crime (0.6 per 1,000) is 253% above the UK average, highlighting a unique challenge in this category that warrants further examination.

Maltby's crime rate in May 2024 (6.5 per 1,000) represents a 22.9% decline from the previous month's rate of 8.4 per 1,000, marking a significant downward trend. This reduction is particularly evident in burglary, which fell by 90% to one incident from 10 in April. On a daily basis, Maltby experienced approximately three crimes per day in May — a figure that, while low, remains a tangible reminder of local risks. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 155 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises risk in terms of population density. With a population of 14,580, this suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime on a daily basis. However, the 100% increase in anti-social behaviour reports highlights the volatility of crime patterns, even within a relatively low overall rate. These figures contrast with the UK average, where Maltby's performance in categories like violence and anti-social behaviour demonstrates a consistent advantage, while other crime remains an outlier. The combination of these factors illustrates a community with both strengths in crime prevention and areas requiring targeted attention.