Whiston Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2024, Whiston's crime profile exhibited a distinct emphasis on property-related offences, with 14 property crimes recorded compared to 10 violent crimes. This imbalance, while not unusual for a built-up area within Rotherham, highlights the persistent challenge of securing residential and commercial properties in a region that lacks the dense urban infrastructure typically associated with higher property crime rates. The overall crime rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents placed the area 52.1% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, a significant margin that suggests effective community policing or environmental factors contributing to lower crime exposure. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 30.3% of all incidents, a figure that remains 60% below the UK average for this category. This suggests that while violent crime is present, it is not the dominant threat in Whiston compared to other parts of the country. Anti-social behaviour, at 15.2% of total crimes, also fell well below the UK average, reinforcing the area's relatively stable social environment. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—appears to have contributed to the subdued crime levels, though the slight increase in 'other theft' incidents may indicate a shift in criminal focus towards indoor or less visible targets. These patterns align with the characteristics of a low-density built-up area where property crime often outpaces violent crime, particularly during periods of reduced public movement.

February 2024 marked a stark contrast in crime trends, with property crimes outnumbering violent crimes by a margin of 14 to 10. This balance suggests a focus on opportunistic theft rather than interpersonal violence, a pattern consistent with low-density urban areas where property crime can dominate. Among the most notable shifts was the 200% increase in 'other theft' incidents, rising from 1 to 3 cases. This jump, while still a small absolute number, may reflect increased awareness or reporting during a period of heightened local activity. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 80% compared to January, a decline that could be attributed to seasonal factors such as the pre-spring lull in retail foot traffic. Violent crime remained well below the UK average, with rates for violence and sexual offences 60% lower than the national figure. However, burglary in Whiston was 33% above the UK average, indicating a specific vulnerability in residential security that warrants attention.

Whiston's crime rate in February 2024 stood at 3.4 per 1,000 residents, a 10.7% decrease from the previous month's 3.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as winter months often see reduced outdoor activity and fewer opportunities for crimes such as burglary or vehicle theft. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 29-day period, a figure that reflects the low overall crime rate relative to the UK average. When scaled to the population of 9,627, this equates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 292 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate underscores the relatively low risk profile of Whiston compared to national benchmarks, though such statistics are aggregate measures and do not account for localized fluctuations. The consistency in low crime levels suggests a stable environment, though the slight dip from the prior month may indicate ongoing community efforts or seasonal lulls in criminal activity.