Rotherham Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Rotherham's crime rate for November 2023 reached 11.8 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 57.3% above the UK average of 7.5. This figure, while concerning, reflects a pattern of persistent challenges in public safety. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.3% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (12.8%) and criminal damage and arson (9.7%). These rates are significantly elevated compared to national benchmarks, with violence and sexual offences at 74% above the UK average. Seasonal factors likely contributed to these patterns, as November's dark evenings and Bonfire Night events may have influenced both perpetrator and victim behaviour. The data also reveals a notable shift in the crime mix, with property crimes (288 incidents) slightly outpacing violent crimes (329), though the latter remains the dominant category. Black Friday's retail focus may have temporarily suppressed shoplifting, but the 38.4% month-on-month decline in such incidents contrasts with the 100% rise in theft from the person — a paradox that suggests varying dynamics at play. The area's industrial heritage and high population density may contribute to the elevated rates, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.

November 2023 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with theft from the person increasing by 100% (3 to 6 incidents) — a jump that defies expectations given the month's retail activity. This spike, though small in absolute terms, highlights vulnerabilities in public safety during high-traffic periods. Conversely, shoplifting fell sharply by 38.4% (73 to 45), likely influenced by heightened police presence or changed consumer behaviour during Black Friday. The category breakdown reveals violence and sexual offences at 4.5 per 1,000, 74% above the UK average, a figure that suggests ongoing challenges in addressing interpersonal crime. Meanwhile, bicycle theft dropped by 50% (4 to 2), possibly reflecting reduced outdoor activity as temperatures fell. These shifts indicate a combination of seasonal factors and local policing efforts, with some categories showing clear responsiveness to external pressures.

Rotherham's crime rate for November 2023 stood at 11.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 6.2% decline from the previous month's rate of 12.6. This decrease aligns with a broader seasonal trend, as the transition from autumn to winter often sees reduced outdoor activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 29 crimes per day, reflecting the persistent nature of local crime patterns. When viewed through the lens of population exposure, the monthly aggregate reveals that one crime occurred for every 84 residents — a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents within the community. While this rate remains significantly higher than the UK average, the month-on-month reduction suggests potential stabilisation in certain areas. The population context further highlights the need for targeted interventions, as the 72,560 residents of Rotherham face a higher-than-average risk compared to the national benchmark.