North Anston Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

North Anston's crime profile in July 2024 reflects a combination of seasonal dynamics and local characteristics. With a crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents—31% below the UK average—the area continues to demonstrate resilience against crime compared to national trends. The most prevalent offences were anti-social behaviour (36.1% of total crimes), followed by violence and sexual offences (22.2%), and vehicle crime (13.9%). These patterns align with the area's built-up nature and its proximity to Rotherham's town centre, which likely contributes to higher anti-social behaviour incidents during peak summer months. July's data also shows a shift in crime mix compared to earlier months, with vehicle crime and 'other crime' categories rising sharply. This may be attributed to increased foot traffic from festivals and events, which can both deter and inadvertently encourage certain types of criminal activity. The area's relatively low burglary rate (0.2 per 1,000) and below-average violence rates further suggest that the compact, possibly well-lit layout of North Anston's built-up area may act as a natural deterrent to property crimes. However, the surge in 'other crime'—a category encompassing unclassified offences—raises questions about the need for more granular reporting. As July marks the height of summer, with schools out and tourism at its peak, these seasonal factors likely influenced the crime profile, though the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average.

July 2024 saw sharp increases in three categories: 'other crime' (100% rise from 0 to 3), vehicle crime (100% rise from 0 to 5), and burglary (100% rise from 0 to 1). These jumps, though starting from zero, suggest emerging patterns possibly linked to summer festivals and increased vehicle movement. Conversely, public order offences fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), and criminal damage and arson dropped by 25% (from 4 to 3), aligning with seasonal shifts as outdoor events may have drawn focus away from vandalism. Anti-social behaviour remained the most common crime, accounting for 36.1% of total incidents (13 cases), with its rate (2.1 per 1,000) 45% above the UK average. This disparity may reflect the area's proximity to Rotherham's town centre, where summer events could amplify public interactions. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences (8 cases) fell 54% below the UK average, indicating effective community policing in high-traffic areas.

North Anston's crime rate in July 2024 (5.8 per 1,000 residents) marks a 50.1% increase compared to June 2024's 3.9 per 1,000. This rise, though significant, still leaves the area 31% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one reported crime per day in July—a figure that, while low, may reflect seasonal activity patterns. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 171 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When contextualised against Rotherham's broader demographics, the data suggests that local festivals and summer events may have temporarily elevated certain crime categories, though overall trends remain consistent with the area's historically lower crime profile. This contrast with the UK average highlights the influence of local factors such as community policing initiatives and the built-up area's compact nature, which may reduce opportunities for property crimes compared to more sprawling urban centres.