Wickersley and Bramley Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile in Wickersley and Bramley during June 2024 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property-related offences, shaped by local dynamics. With a total crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents—39% below the UK average of 8.2—this built-up area within Rotherham demonstrates a consistently lower-than-average crime environment. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.6% of all reported incidents (45 cases). This category is 31% below the UK average, suggesting potentially effective community policing or demographic factors such as a lower proportion of young adult populations in the area. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, comprising 25.2% of crimes (31 cases) and 7% below the UK average. This pattern may reflect the area's character as a mixed residential and commercial zone where public spaces are frequently used, though the relatively low levels of anti-social behaviour could indicate strong local community engagement or targeted interventions. Property crimes, including vehicle crime (10.6%) and burglary (4.1%), are also significantly below UK averages, with vehicle crime being 11% above the national benchmark—a subtle anomaly that may relate to specific local transport infrastructure or parking patterns. The seasonal context of June, with its longer daylight hours and the early onset of tourism in surrounding areas, may have influenced crime patterns. For instance, the relatively low levels of shoplifting (84% below UK average) could be linked to the area's retail presence or effective security measures in local businesses. While the overall crime rate remains stable, the dominance of violent offences over property crimes highlights the need for continued focus on community-based initiatives to address underlying social factors.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in specific crime categories compared to the previous month. Possession of weapons increased by 100% (from 1 to 2 cases), a rise that may warrant closer attention to local enforcement efforts or changes in community dynamics. Concurrently, theft from the person doubled (from 0 to 2 cases), potentially reflecting heightened awareness or increased police visibility in public spaces. Burglary also rose by 25% (from 4 to 5 cases), though it remains significantly below the UK average (33% below). These increases contrast sharply with substantial declines in other categories: shoplifting dropped by 75% (from 12 to 3 cases), likely influenced by seasonal factors such as the end of peak retail periods or improved store security measures. Other theft fell by 80% (from 10 to 2 cases), due to targeted policing or changes in offender behaviour. The crime mix also shows stark contrasts with national trends—vehicle crime is 11% above the UK average (0.5 vs 0.5 per 1,000), while public order offences are 51% below (0.3 vs 0.6 per 1,000). This divergence may reflect local conditions such as the area's infrastructure or the presence of community-focused initiatives. For residents, the sharp decline in shoplifting (which is 84% below the UK average) is a concrete indicator of effective local strategies, though the rise in weapons possession highlights a potential vulnerability that requires further analysis.

Compared to May 2024, the crime rate in Wickersley and Bramley fell by 21.3% to 5.0 per 1,000 residents from 6.4 per 1,000, marking a significant downward trend. This reduction is particularly evident when considering the daily crime context: 123 total crimes over 30 days equate to an average of 4 crimes per day. For residents, this means that over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 198 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. The population-scaled perspective further underscores this safety advantage: with 24,381 residents, the area's crime figures translate to a relatively low individual risk profile. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as June marks the start of summer when increased daylight hours and community activities may contribute to lower crime rates. However, the persistence of violent offences at 36.6% of total crimes—despite the overall drop—suggests that targeted efforts to address specific risk factors, such as alcohol-related incidents or disputes in public spaces, remain critical. The comparison to the previous month also highlights the importance of sustained policing and community engagement, particularly in light of the recent increase in weapons possession. These figures provide a clear benchmark for residents to assess local safety trends and for policymakers to evaluate the effectiveness of ongoing initiatives.