Wickersley and Bramley Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Wickersley and Bramley’s crime rate for May 2024 stood at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 23.8% below the UK average of 8.4. This positions the built-up area within Rotherham as one of the safer regions in the country relative to national trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.9% of all reported incidents (56 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (19.2%, 30 cases). These figures suggest a persistent challenge with interpersonal conflict and disorder, potentially linked to the area’s mix of residential and commercial spaces. Seasonal factors may have played a role, as May’s extended evenings and bank holidays could have increased opportunities for outdoor drinking and socialising, which often correlate with higher rates of violence and anti-social behaviour. The area’s property crime rate (54 incidents) was lower than the UK average for vehicle crime, though this may reflect the relatively low number of vehicles in residential zones compared to urban centres. The overall crime profile aligns with that of a mid-sized suburban or mixed-use area, where community cohesion and local policing efforts may contribute to the lower-than-average rates observed. However, the seasonal context suggests that targeted interventions during peak social hours could further mitigate risks.

May 2024 saw a 140% increase in shoplifting incidents compared to April, with the number rising from 5 to 12 cases. This surge may be linked to the approach of summer holidays and increased foot traffic in local retail areas. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 22.2% (from 18 to 14 cases), potentially reflecting improved security measures or reduced parking congestion during the month. Other theft also rose sharply, with a 233.3% increase (3 to 10 cases), indicating a possible shift in criminal activity towards more opportunistic crimes. While violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, they were 19% below the UK average (2.8 per 1,000), suggesting effective local strategies in managing interpersonal crime. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.2 per 1,000, was 17% below the UK average, due to community engagement initiatives or the area’s lower population density. Residents might find the 28% above UK average for vehicle crime (0.5 per 1,000) noteworthy. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns and the importance of monitoring seasonal trends.

The crime rate in Wickersley and Bramley rose by 36.8% from April 2024 (4.7 per 1,000) to May’s 6.4 per 1,000, marking a significant monthly increase. This corresponds to an average of 5 crimes reported per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s relatively low overall crime profile. When scaled to the population of 24,381, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 156 residents—a ratio that underscores the area’s comparative safety. This monthly aggregate suggests that while crime is not absent, it remains infrequent enough to avoid overwhelming local resources. The previous month’s rate was lower, indicating that May’s figures may have been influenced by specific events, such as increased social activity during bank holidays. However, the 23.8% gap between Wickersley and Bramley’s rate and the UK average highlights the area’s consistent performance as a below-average region for crime. This contrast with national trends may reflect the built-up area’s geographic characteristics, such as its proximity to Rotherham’s urban core and the presence of community-focused policing initiatives.