Thurcroft Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Thurcroft's crime rate in January 2026 stood at 11.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure 66.2% higher than the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This stark divergence from national trends underscores the area's unique crime profile. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 57.1% of all incidents, with a rate of 6.4 per 1,000—156% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed at 1.3 per 1,000 (11.4% of total crimes), and criminal damage and arson at 1.1 per 1,000 (10.0%). These figures suggest a pattern of aggressive and disruptive crime that contrasts sharply with the UK's broader distribution. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday period with shorter days and reduced retail activity—may partly explain the persistence of violent crime, though the area's built-up nature within Rotherham likely plays a role. The high proportion of violent offences compared to property crimes (40% of total incidents) indicates a focus on interpersonal conflict and disorder. While the UK average includes a mix of property and violent crimes, Thurcroft's data shows a pronounced skew towards violence, suggesting local factors such as community dynamics or socioeconomic challenges may be contributing. This pattern contrasts with the UK's overall trend, where property crimes often constitute a larger share of reported incidents. The absence of a significant seasonal dip in January, despite typical post-holiday lulls, highlights the need for continued local analysis to identify underlying drivers.

January 2026 saw a 100% increase in burglary and possession of weapons compared to December, with three incidents each in the month. This spike in weapon-related crimes, now at 0.3 per 1,000 residents, is 329% above the UK average. Meanwhile, other theft decreased by 66.7%, reflecting a notable shift in crime patterns. The dominance of violent crimes—accounting for 57.1% of all reported incidents—far exceeds the UK average for this category, which stands at 2.5 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also showed significant increases, with rates 40% and 129% above national averages respectively. These findings highlight a marked contrast between Thurcroft and the UK overall, with violent and disruptive crimes forming a large share of local incidents. A resident might find the 100% rise in burglary particularly concerning, as it indicates a sharp increase in property-related crime in the area.

Thurcroft's crime rate in January 2026 rose to 11.3 per 1,000 residents, a 25.1% increase from the previous month's 9.0 per 1,000. This places the area significantly above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 89 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of 6,208. Daily, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent nature of local crime. While the UK average provides a national benchmark, Thurcroft's unique demographic and geographic context—characterised by a built-up area within Rotherham—likely contributes to its distinct crime profile. The lack of a significant seasonal dip in January, despite shorter days and reduced retail activity, suggests ongoing local factors may be influencing crime trends. This comparison reveals that residents face a higher exposure to crime than the national average, necessitating targeted local responses.