Rawmarsh Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 18,185 residents, the 144 crimes recorded in February 2025 equate to 7.9 incidents per 1,000 people, placing Rawmarsh 17.9% above the UK average of 6.7. This figure highlights the area’s relatively higher vulnerability to crime compared to the national benchmark, though the exact reasons remain subject to analysis. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (50 cases, 34.7% of total), followed by shoplifting (29 cases, 20.1%) and anti-social behaviour (17 cases, 11.8%). Violence and sexual offences, at 2.8 per 1,000, were 19% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect local factors such as the area’s social dynamics or the presence of high-traffic zones. Shoplifting, in particular, was 158% above the UK average, a stark contrast that could be attributed to the density of retail outlets or the concentration of foot traffic in specific parts of the built-up area. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than the UK average, saw a marginal increase of 6.3% from the previous month. The seasonal context of February as a winter month, with reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, may contribute to some of these patterns, though the persistence of violent crime suggests deeper, more complex influences. The breakdown also reveals that property crimes (59 cases) slightly outpaced violent crimes (50 cases), indicating a balance between personal safety concerns and property-related risks. This mix of crime types, coupled with the area’s position within Rotherham, suggests that factors such as local economic conditions, housing density, and community engagement may play roles in shaping the crime profile.

February 2025 marked a 100% increase in robbery cases, rising from 1 to 2 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, underscores the vulnerability of certain locations or groups during this period. Anti-social behaviour also saw a 6.3% increase, moving from 16 to 17 incidents, a trend that may be linked to the end of winter holidays or changes in social patterns. Conversely, public order offences fell by 50%, from 14 to 7, potentially reflecting a reduction in alcohol-related incidents during colder months. Shoplifting, the second most common crime, remained significantly above the UK average, with 29 cases recorded compared to a national rate of 0.6 per 1,000. This disparity highlights the impact of local factors, such as the presence of retail outlets or the concentration of foot traffic in specific areas. The sharp decline in other crime (a 60% drop from 10 to 4) suggests that targeted interventions or natural fluctuations may have played a role in reducing non-specific incidents.

February 2025 saw a 26.9% decrease in Rawmarsh’s crime rate compared to the previous month, falling from 10.8 to 7.9 per 1,000 residents. This shift aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as winter months often see reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull in certain crime types. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 5 crimes per day in February, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 126 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate is specific to Rawmarsh, it provides a tangible measure of how frequently crime affects the local population. Contextually, the area’s population of 18,185 means that each resident faces a slightly higher risk of encountering crime compared to the UK average, though the month-on-month decline suggests a temporary reduction in overall activity. This could reflect seasonal changes, such as fewer visitors to the area during February, or localized efforts that may have temporarily curtailed certain types of crime.