Maltby Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Maltby’s crime rate in February 2026 stood at 5.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 17.2% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This marks a consistent trend of lower-than-average crime in the built-up area within Rotherham, though the profile of offences differs from national patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.2% of all crimes, the highest single category, with 34 incidents reported. This rate of 2.3 per 1,000 aligns closely with the UK average for this category, suggesting local factors may balance broader trends. Vehicle crime, however, emerged as a stark outlier, surging to 11 incidents (0.8 per 1,000) — 129% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This anomaly may reflect seasonal factors or local vulnerabilities, such as the presence of industrial or commercial vehicle parks. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage both fell below UK averages, with the latter at 35% below. February’s winter conditions, typically associated with reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, may have contributed to lower property crime rates, though the sharp rise in vehicle crime suggests other dynamics at play. The area’s character as a mixed-use industrial and residential zone likely influences these patterns, with limited evidence of the sharp seasonal spikes seen in more tourist-driven or student-populated areas.

February 2026 saw dramatic shifts in crime trends for Maltby. Vehicle crime rose by 175% compared to January, jumping from 4 to 11 incidents. This surge, which places the rate at 0.8 per 1,000 — 129% above the UK average — stands out as the most significant anomaly. Shoplifting also increased sharply, rising 150% to 5 incidents (0.3 per 1,000), though this remains 48% below the UK average. Public order offences doubled, with 4 incidents reported (0.3 per 1,000), suggesting heightened tensions in public spaces. Conversely, burglary fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), and criminal damage and arson dropped by half (from 10 to 5), both well below UK averages. The property-to-violent crime balance shifted slightly, with violent offences accounting for 44.2% of total crimes — a marginal increase from January. This contrasts with the UK-wide trend, where property crime typically dominates. The sharp rise in vehicle crime may be linked to increased traffic during the month. Residents may find the 129% above-average vehicle crime rate particularly concerning, given its potential implications for local infrastructure or transport hubs.

Maltby’s February 2026 crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 represents a 6.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.6 per 1,000. This decline, while modest, aligns with the seasonal lull typical of winter months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day in February — a figure that, while low, underscores the persistent nature of local crime patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 189 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average, which is not provided here. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Maltby’s 14,580 residents face a crime environment that is both safer than the UK average overall and distinct in its composition. For instance, while vehicle crime remains a local outlier, other categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage are well below UK averages, suggesting effective community policing or environmental factors that deter such offences. The 50% reduction in burglary from January may reflect improved security measures in residential areas. These figures collectively illustrate a microcosm of UK crime trends, where Maltby’s unique mix of industrial and residential zones creates a profile that is both safer and more vulnerable in specific categories.