Rawmarsh Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

July 2025 marked a notable chapter in Rawmarsh’s crime history, with an overall crime rate of 10.7 per 1,000 residents—24.4% above the UK average of 8.6. This figure reflects a landscape where violence and sexual offences dominated, accounting for 35.4% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.3%) and public order offences (12.8%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of July, a peak summer month characterized by school holidays, festivals, and increased tourism, which often correlates with higher rates of public disorder and anti-social behaviour. The area’s built-up nature within Rotherham likely amplifies such trends, as densely populated zones tend to see more frequent interactions that can escalate into incidents. While the crime rate remained elevated compared to the UK average, the breakdown reveals a nuanced picture: public order offences were 119% above the national benchmark, a stark contrast to anti-social behaviour, which was 10% below. This divergence suggests that while some aspects of community disorder are being managed effectively, others—particularly those tied to public spaces—require closer attention. The summer season’s influence is further evident in the rise of shoplifting (1.3 per 1,000, 100% above the UK average), potentially driven by increased foot traffic in retail areas. These findings highlight the need for targeted strategies that address both the structural and seasonal factors shaping Rawmarsh’s crime profile.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift occurred in possession of weapons, which surged by 100% (2 to 4 incidents). This increase, though small in absolute terms, suggests a potential uptick in illegal activity that may be linked to the summer season’s associated events. Concurrently, robbery and theft from the person each doubled, rising from 1 to 2 incidents, a pattern that could reflect increased foot traffic during festivals or outdoor gatherings. Conversely, other theft and other crime fell sharply, with other theft dropping 44.4% (9 to 5) and other crime declining 41.7% (12 to 7), indicating possible success in targeted interventions or natural fluctuations. Violent crimes—accounting for 35.4% of all incidents—remained 25% above the UK average, while public order offences were 119% above the national benchmark. These figures underscore a combination of local dynamics and broader trends, with anti-social behaviour (13.3% of all crimes) being 10% below the UK average, suggesting some areas of relative success in managing community disorder.

July 2025 saw a 6.3% decrease in Rawmarsh’s crime rate compared to June, falling from 11.4 to 10.7 per 1,000 residents. This decline, though modest, aligns with a broader trend of seasonal moderation in some categories. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly six crimes per day, a figure that remains consistent with recent months despite the overall reduction. Over the course of July, one crime was reported for every 93 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the persistent presence of crime in the community. This statistic, while not directly comparable to national figures, offers a local perspective on how often residents might encounter crime in their daily lives. The population context also matters: with 18,185 residents, the scale of the area means that even small absolute changes in crime numbers can translate into noticeable shifts in local perception. While the overall rate remains above the UK average, the month-on-month dip suggests that some interventions or natural seasonal factors may have temporarily softened the upward trajectory seen earlier in the year.