Wickersley and Bramley Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Wickersley and Bramley during June 2023 reveals a distinct pattern shaped by local dynamics and seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences dominated with 49 incidents, making up 33.6% of all recorded crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (24.0%) and public order offences (13.0%). This balance suggests a focus on interpersonal and community-level issues, with violent crime rates significantly below the UK average (2.0 per 1,000 vs. 2.9 per 1,000). The area’s crime profile contrasts sharply with national trends, as property crimes—often linked to economic hardship or urban decay—accounted for only 27.4% of total incidents, compared to the UK average of around 40%. This may reflect a lower density of retail or high-value property targets in the built-up area, or stronger community policing efforts. Seasonal factors also appear to influence crime patterns: June marks the start of summer, a time when public spaces see increased use, potentially contributing to the prominence of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the absence of significant spikes in property-related crimes like burglary (down 66.7% from May) suggests that local initiatives or environmental design—such as well-lit streets or active community engagement—may help deter such incidents. The relatively low rate of violent crime, despite the high proportion of violence-related offences, could indicate a focus on addressing non-lethal forms of aggression through targeted interventions. Overall, the crime mix underscores a combination of local characteristics and broader national trends, with the area performing better than the UK average in reducing violent and property crime.

June 2023 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with robbery incidents doubling from zero to two—a 100% increase—while burglary fell by 66.7% (from 15 to 5). This dramatic drop in burglary may reflect seasonal patterns, as warmer weather and longer daylight hours could reduce opportunities for home invasions. Conversely, the rise in robbery, though small in absolute terms, could signal a shift in criminal activity toward more immediate, high-risk interactions. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common crime category, with 35 incidents—5% below the UK average—suggesting that community tensions or local events may have contributed to this figure. Public order offences, however, exceeded the UK average by 19%, linked to increased foot traffic in public spaces during summer. The area also recorded a stark decline in other theft (down 50%) and other crime (down 60%), which may indicate improved policing or community reporting mechanisms. These changes highlight a dynamic crime profile, where certain categories respond strongly to seasonal or environmental factors, while others remain relatively stable. For residents, the 29.4% reduction in overall crime compared to the UK average offers reassurance, though the increase in robbery underscores the need for vigilance in public areas.

In June 2023, the crime rate in Wickersley and Bramley (6.0 per 1,000 residents) marked a 3.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.2 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but consistent downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately five crimes per day, a figure that, while low, illustrates the ongoing presence of criminal activity in a built-up urban environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 167 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area among the safer parts of the UK. When contextualised against the local population of 24,381, this suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly, though the presence of 146 total incidents indicates that certain groups or locations—such as public spaces or transport hubs—may face higher risks. The comparison to the UK average (8.5 per 1,000) further reinforces the area’s relative safety, with its overall crime rate nearly 30% lower. This could be attributed to a combination of factors: the area’s compact built-up nature, which may limit opportunities for property crime; targeted policing efforts in high-risk zones; or the influence of local initiatives that foster community cohesion. However, the slight increase in robbery and the persistence of public order offences highlight areas where further attention may be needed. These figures, while encouraging, also serve as a reminder that even in relatively safe areas, crime remains an evolving challenge shaped by both local and national dynamics.