Thurocroft Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 6,208 residents, 46 crimes were reported in Thurcroft during October 2024, translating to a crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 people. This figure places Thurcroft 8.6% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a relatively safer environment compared to national trends. The most prevalent crime types were anti-social behaviour (21.7% of total crimes) and violence and sexual offences (21.7%), both of which significantly influenced the overall crime profile. Anti-social behaviour in Thurcroft occurred at a rate of 1.6 per 1,000 residents, 24% above the UK average, suggesting a concentration of incidents in public spaces or areas with high foot traffic. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences were 40% below the UK average, indicating potentially effective local measures or demographic factors that mitigate such crimes. Seasonal context for October—darker evenings following the clocks changing, and the approach of Halloween—may contribute to increased anti-social behaviour. The low rate of violent crimes compared to the UK average could be attributed to community initiatives, police presence, or the area's character as a built-up district within Rotherham, where public spaces are likely monitored more frequently.

October 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences surging by 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents) and burglary doubling (from 2 to 6). These increases may reflect seasonal factors, such as darker evenings and Halloween-related activity, which can heighten tensions in public spaces. Conversely, drug-related crimes dropped by 75% (from 4 to 1), vehicle crime fell by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), and shoplifting decreased by 50% (from 2 to 1), potentially linked to reduced foot traffic or targeted policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour and violence remain prominent, with the former at 1.6 per 1,000 residents—24% above the UK average—while violence and sexual offences are 40% below the national rate. Burglary in Thurcroft is 203% above the UK average (1.0 vs 0.3 per 1,000), highlighting a specific vulnerability in property crime. This stark contrast underscores the need for tailored strategies to address burglary, which may be influenced by factors such as housing density or the presence of unoccupied properties. The sharp rise in public order offences could indicate challenges in managing community interactions during the transition to shorter daylight hours.

Thurcroft’s crime rate in October 2024 (7.4 per 1,000) marked a 12.3% increase from the previous month’s rate of 6.6 per 1,000, indicating a recent uptick in criminal activity. On a daily basis, Thurcroft experienced approximately one crime per day in October, a local metric that provides context for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 135 residents, illustrating the frequency of incidents within the community. This monthly exposure rate is a useful measure for understanding the likelihood of encountering crime, though it does not account for variations in individual risk factors. Thurcroft’s population of 6,208 means that each resident faces a relatively low probability of being directly affected by crime compared to the UK average. However, the 203% above-average rate for burglary and the 24% above-average rate for anti-social behaviour suggest that specific areas or demographics may be more vulnerable. These figures highlight the importance of localized crime prevention efforts, particularly in addressing property crime and public order issues, which are affecting Thurcroft compared to the national profile.