Wickersley and Bramley Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for 46.4% of all crimes in Wickersley and Bramley in October 2023, a category that was 22% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 residents. This stark contrast to the national trend highlights the area’s unique crime profile, where violent crime dominates over property crime. With a total crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents—42.5% below the UK average of 8.0—the area demonstrates a marked divergence from the national pattern. The seasonal context of October, with clocks going back and Halloween approaching, may influence crime patterns through darker evenings and increased social activity. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, was 45% below the UK average, suggesting a broader trend of lower levels of disorderly conduct compared to other parts of the country. Vehicle crime, at 0.5 per 1,000 residents, was also 4% below the UK average, indicating that while not negligible, this category remains relatively controlled. The dominance of violent crime in the area’s profile raises questions about local factors such as community dynamics, policing strategies, or socioeconomic conditions that may contribute to this pattern. While the data does not provide definitive answers, the lower-than-average rates for property-related crimes suggest that the area may have effective measures in place to deter theft and burglary, or that the built-up nature of the area naturally limits opportunities for such crimes. The overall crime rate, though lower than the UK average, still requires attention, particularly given the high proportion of violent crime, which may have implications for public safety and community well-being.

October 2023 saw a 30.0% decrease in the overall crime rate compared to the previous month, falling from 6.6 to 4.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline was most pronounced in criminal damage and arson, which dropped by 76.9% (from 13 to 3 incidents), possibly reflecting the impact of seasonal factors such as shorter evenings or reduced outdoor activity. Conversely, 'other crime' increased by 66.7% (from 3 to 5 incidents), a category that was 43% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This anomaly warrants attention, though the data does not specify the nature of these incidents. Vehicle crime rose by 10.0% (from 10 to 11), a modest increase that still keeps the rate 4% below the UK average. The area’s violent crime rate was 2.1 per 1,000 residents, significantly lower than the UK average for this category, which may be linked to local initiatives or demographic characteristics. The drop in shoplifting by 60.0% (from 10 to 4) and burglary by 53.8% (from 13 to 6) suggests that targeted interventions or seasonal trends—such as Halloween-related events—may have temporarily reduced these opportunities. Residents may find the 32% reduction in public order offences (from 0.6 to 0.4 per 1,000) particularly notable, indicating a potential improvement in community policing or a decrease in alcohol-related incidents during the month.

Wickersley and Bramley’s crime rate in October 2023 was 4.6 per 1,000 residents, a 30.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.6. This represents a significant shift in the area’s crime profile, with daily crime counts averaging 4 incidents per day over the 31-day period. On a monthly basis, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 218 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of crime in relation to the area’s population of 24,381. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the relative stability of certain categories—such as burglary and anti-social behaviour—suggests that local conditions may be more consistent than national trends. The 1-in-218 residents figure, though seemingly low, should be interpreted within the context of the area’s built-up nature, which may naturally reduce the likelihood of certain crimes compared to more rural or isolated regions. The comparison to the previous month also highlights the potential influence of seasonal factors, such as the transition from autumn to winter, which may affect both crime patterns and community activity. These figures provide a useful benchmark for residents and local authorities to assess progress and identify areas requiring further attention, particularly given the notable fluctuations in specific crime categories.