Wath upon Dearne Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 18,705 residents, 117 crimes were recorded in Wath upon Dearne during February 2024, equating to one reported crime for every 160 residents over the course of the month. This places the area’s crime rate at 6.3 per 1,000 residents, 11.3% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences (51 cases) accounted for the largest share of crimes at 43.6%, followed by anti-social behaviour (24 cases) at 20.5%. These figures reflect a pattern consistent with the area’s seasonal context: February, a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, often sees lower levels of certain crimes such as vehicle theft and shoplifting. However, the prominence of violent crime may be linked to the area’s characteristics as a built-up district within Rotherham, where community tensions and socioeconomic factors could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal offences. The relatively low property crime rate (30 cases) suggests that residential burglary and theft may be less prevalent compared to other urban centres, though this could also be influenced by local policing strategies or community engagement initiatives. The seasonal dip in outdoor activity may explain the lower rates of public order offences and vehicle crime compared to summer months, though these remain areas for further analysis.

February 2024 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with a 150% increase in drug-related offences (from 2 to 5 cases) and a 100% rise in possession of weapons (from 0 to 1 case), both of which could indicate emerging challenges in the area. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 66.7% (from 12 to 4 cases), aligning with the seasonal pattern of reduced outdoor activity during winter. Anti-social behaviour also dropped by 60% (from 10 to 4 cases), though this remains 24% above the UK average. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark contrast between local and national trends: while violence and sexual offences are 8% above the UK average, shoplifting and public order offences are 63% and 59% below respectively. This divergence may reflect the area’s unique demographics or local enforcement priorities. For residents, the sharp rise in drug-related crimes—now accounting for 4.3% of all reported incidents—could signal a need for targeted community support or increased visibility from local authorities.

Wath upon Dearne’s crime rate in February 2024 (6.3 per 1,000 residents) represents a 24.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.3 per 1,000, suggesting a potential stabilisation in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day, a figure that may appear significant to residents but is consistent with the area’s population size and historical trends. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 160 residents, a rate that is lower than the UK average when considering the area’s built-up nature and potential for concentrated policing efforts. This monthly exposure rate is particularly noteworthy when compared to other urban centres with similar populations but higher crime rates. The decline in vehicle crime and public order offences may be attributed to the winter season’s impact on outdoor activity, though the rise in drug-related crimes and weapons possession suggests new challenges that could require tailored interventions. These figures, when contextualised against the local population and geographic profile, highlight both progress and areas requiring attention in the area’s ongoing crime management.