Wickersley and Bramley Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2025, Wickersley and Bramley maintained a crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 33.8% below the UK average of 7.1. This relatively low rate reflects a combination of local characteristics and seasonal factors. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (37.7% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.5%) and shoplifting (9.7%). Violence and sexual offences in the area are 28% below the UK average, a trend that may be influenced by the area’s built-up nature and proximity to Rotherham, where community policing initiatives could contribute to lower rates of serious crimes. Anti-social behaviour, however, remains a persistent issue, with its rate 18% below the UK average, suggesting that while overall levels are lower, targeted interventions may be needed to address this category. Shoplifting, at 0.5 per 1,000, is 19% below the UK average, due to reduced retail footfall during the post-holiday period. The seasonal context of January—shorter days, colder weather, and reduced outdoor activity—likely contributes to the lower rates of property crime compared to busier months. However, the area’s position within Rotherham, a historically industrial region, may mean that certain crime types, such as anti-social behaviour, are more influenced by local social dynamics than broader national trends. This interplay between geography and seasonality highlights the importance of tailored crime prevention strategies that consider both the built environment and temporal factors.

January 2025 saw a 100% increase in bicycle theft, marking a stark shift from the previous month’s zero reports. This spike may reflect seasonal patterns, as colder weather could drive more indoor activity and thus more thefts from secure storage areas. Meanwhile, public order offences surged by 57.1%, rising from 7 to 11 incidents. This category, which includes disturbances and anti-social behaviour, is 9% above the UK average, suggesting local factors such as post-holiday gatherings or reduced community engagement during shorter days may be contributing. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 50% compared to December, aligning with the area’s overall trend of being 33% below the UK average for this category. This decline may be linked to increased home security measures or the reduced outdoor activity typical of winter months, which limits opportunities for property crime.

In January 2025, the crime rate in Wickersley and Bramley rose by 5.6% compared to December 2024, moving from 4.4 to 4.7 crimes per 1,000 residents. This small increase contrasts with the area’s overall position 33.8% below the UK average. On a daily basis, 4 crimes were reported per day in January, a figure that translates to roughly one crime occurring for every 214 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, the slight upward trend suggests ongoing vigilance is needed. The population context shows that the area’s relatively low crime rate is sustained despite the post-holiday season, which typically sees spikes in retail-related crimes. However, the daily crime count remains a tangible reminder of the risks faced by residents, even in a built-up area with a population of 24,381.