Maltby Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Maltby during October 2025 reveals a combination of violent and non-violent offences, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 32.8% of all reported crimes, followed closely by anti-social behaviour at 32%. This balance suggests a local environment where interpersonal conflicts and public disorder are significant concerns. The area's crime rate of 8.6 per 1,000 residents places it 11.7% above the UK average, a disparity that may be influenced by Maltby's built-up character within Rotherham. The prominence of anti-social behaviour, which is 114% above the UK average, aligns with the area's urban density and the potential impact of seasonal factors such as Halloween, which often coincide with increased public disorder. Meanwhile, shoplifting and burglary rates remain in line with or below the UK average, indicating that targeted retail areas may not be the primary drivers of crime in Maltby. This profile contrasts with the UK average, where property crime tends to dominate, suggesting that Maltby's challenges are more centred on community-level conflicts and public order. The seasonal context of October, with its darker evenings and Halloween, may contribute to the elevated levels of anti-social behaviour. These patterns highlight the need for local strategies that address both violent and non-violent crime, particularly in community spaces where anti-social behaviour is concentrated.

October 2025 saw a dramatic 300% increase in other theft, with incidents rising from 2 to 8, suggesting a sudden shift in criminal activity patterns. This surge, coupled with a 200% rise in drug-related crimes, indicates potential changes in local dynamics or seasonal influences. Anti-social behaviour also spiked by 166.7%, jumping from 15 to 40 cases, a figure that is 114% above the UK average. This sharp increase may be linked to Halloween-related activity, as darker evenings and seasonal events often correlate with such incidents. Conversely, vehicle crime decreased by 33.3%, and possession of weapons dropped by two-thirds, possibly reflecting a seasonal lull in certain types of crime. These fluctuations underscore the volatility of crime trends in Maltby, with some categories rising dramatically while others decline. For residents, the spike in anti-social behaviour and theft highlights areas for local authorities to address, particularly as October's shorter days and seasonal festivities may contribute to these patterns.

Maltby's crime rate in October 2025 (8.6 per 1,000) marks a 16.8% increase from the previous month's 7.3 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately four reported crimes per day, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents within a compact built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 117 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Maltby's population at a higher risk compared to the UK average. This figure, while local to Maltby, offers a concrete measure of how often residents may encounter crime. The population context further highlights that Maltby's 14,580 residents are subject to a crime rate that is 11.7% above the UK average, a disparity that may be influenced by local factors such as community density or seasonal events. These statistics, when viewed in isolation, suggest a need for targeted local strategies to address the rising trend, though causality remains unproven without further data.