Rawmarsh Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Rawmarsh's crime profile in August 2024, accounting for 33.9% of all reported crimes and 71% above the UK average. This stark figure highlights a critical challenge for local authorities, with 83 incidents recorded against a national benchmark of 2.7 per 1,000. The area's crime rate of 13.5 per 1,000 is 64.6% higher than the UK average, a disparity that suggests systemic issues requiring targeted intervention. Anti-social behaviour follows closely, contributing 15.9% of total crimes and 46% above the UK rate. The seasonal context of August—a peak holiday month—may exacerbate risks, particularly for burglary in empty homes. Shoplifting, at 14.3% of total crimes, is 168% above the UK average, likely driven by high foot traffic in retail areas. These patterns reflect a combination of local factors, including the built-up area's proximity to Rotherham's urban core and the seasonal dynamics of August. The significant gap between Rawmarsh and the UK average underscores the need for community-focused strategies to address both violent and property crime trends.

August 2024 saw a dramatic 200% increase in burglary cases, rising from 6 to 18, a stark shift that may be linked to the peak holiday season and increased empty homes. Possession of weapons also surged by 100%, with 4 reported cases, a figure that is 186% above the UK average. Shoplifting rose by 52.2%, from 23 to 35 incidents, further straining local policing resources. Conversely, other crime and robbery both declined, with other crime dropping 63.6% (from 11 to 4) and robbery falling 40% (from 5 to 3). These fluctuations illustrate a mixed picture, where property crimes are elevated compared to violent crimes. Shoplifting's 168% above UK average rate suggests a specific vulnerability in retail areas, possibly tied to seasonal foot traffic patterns.

Rawmarsh's crime rate in August 2024 rose 6.1% from July's 12.7 per 1,000 to 13.5 per 1,000, reflecting a continuing upward trend. This equates to roughly 8 crimes reported per day in the built-up area, highlighting a persistent local challenge. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 74 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of exposure for the area's 18,185 population. While the daily crime count aligns with local patterns, the monthly aggregate underscores the need for sustained community engagement and policing efforts. The population-scaled perspective reveals that crime remains a significant concern compared to the UK average, with no signs of immediate reversal in the current trajectory. This rate places Rawmarsh well above the national benchmark, indicating a need for targeted interventions to address specific crime drivers.