North Anston Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

North Anston’s July 2023 crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents places it 50.6% below the UK average of 8.3, reinforcing its status as one of the safer built-up areas in the country. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32% of all crimes, with eight incidents reported, a figure that remains 53% below the UK average for this category. Burglary and public order offences each contributed 12% of total crimes, though both categories showed mixed UK comparisons—burglary was 52% above the UK average, while public order offences were 19% below. The low overall rate is likely influenced by North Anston’s urban character within Rotherham, where community policing and limited commercial density may contribute to lower crime levels. Seasonal factors in July—peak summer, school holidays, and festivals—typically drive increases in public order and vehicle crime, yet the area’s rate for these categories remained significantly lower than national averages. For instance, public order crimes in North Anston were 53% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or community engagement may temper the usual summer spikes. However, the 13.7% month-on-month increase from June 2023’s 3.6 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents highlights the need to monitor trends, especially as festivals and events continue to attract visitors. The low crime rate, combined with the area’s population of 6,165, underscores the effectiveness of existing crime prevention strategies, though the rise in vehicle crime and public order offences may warrant targeted interventions in high-traffic zones.

July 2023 saw sharp increases in public order offences and vehicle crime, both doubling from the previous month. Public order crimes rose from one to three incidents, a 200% jump, potentially linked to the area’s summer festivals and increased foot traffic. Vehicle crime also doubled, with three incidents reported, a trend that may reflect more cars parked in public spaces during peak tourism. Conversely, shoplifting decreased by 33.3%, dropping from three to two cases, due to fewer retail hours during school holidays. Violence and sexual offences fell by 11.1%, from nine to eight, though this remains 53% below the UK average. Possession of weapons surged by 100%, with one incident reported—over 150% above the UK average for this category. These shifts illustrate how seasonal factors and local events can influence crime patterns, with public order and vehicle crime likely driven by summer activity, while retail crime dipped amid reduced shopping hours.

North Anston’s crime rate in July 2023 rose 13.7% from the previous month’s 3.6 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a slight upward trend. This increase, though modest, is notable given the area’s consistently low crime profile compared to the UK average. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one reported crime per day over July, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 247 residents. For context, this means that in a typical month, a resident has a 1-in-247 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime. While this is a small probability, the month-on-month rise suggests a need for vigilance, particularly in areas experiencing the most significant shifts in crime type. The population of 6,165 residents further underscores how low the overall rate remains, even with the increase. The relatively low daily crime count and monthly exposure highlight that, despite the rise, North Anston remains one of the safer built-up areas in the UK.