Wickersley and Bramley Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wickersley and Bramley’s crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 in May 2025 places it 28.4% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a marked contrast to the national picture where crime remains higher. This built-up area within Rotherham shows a distinct crime profile shaped by local dynamics. Violence and sexual offences dominate with 47 incidents (33.3% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (31 cases, 22.0%) and public order offences (14 cases, 9.9%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal conflicts and community tensions, though the area remains significantly safer than the UK average. Seasonal factors may play a role, as May’s longer evenings and bank holidays could contribute to increased outdoor socialising and drinking, amplifying incidents of violence and public disorder. The relatively low rate of vehicle crime (0.5 per 1,000) and burglary (0.2 per 1,000) compared to the UK average indicates a lower prevalence of property-focused crime, reflecting the area’s compact urban layout and community policing efforts. While direct causal links, the combination of local demographics and seasonal rhythms likely shapes these patterns. The overall crime rate remains stable with no significant spikes, suggesting that current measures may be effective in maintaining safety despite the pressures of a growing population and changing social dynamics.

May 2025 saw a 250.0% increase in public order offences, rising from 4 to 14 cases—a stark shift that may reflect the impact of extended evenings and bank holidays on local behaviour. Concurrently, shoplifting rose by 57.1% (7 to 11 cases), potentially linked to seasonal retail activity or changes in local shopping patterns. These increases contrast with declines in burglary (down 33.3%, 6 to 4 cases) and other crime (down 20.0%, 5 to 4 cases), suggesting a possible reallocation of criminal activity from property to public space. Violence and sexual offences, though still the most common category, remain 33% below the UK average at 1.9 per 1,000, illustrating a notable local resilience. Anti-social behaviour also lags the UK average by 8%, with 1.3 per 1,000 compared to the national 1.4 per 1,000, though its increase from 38 to 31 cases highlights ongoing challenges in managing community tensions. The data underscores a complex balance between local efforts to curb property crime and the pressures of social activity in a built-up area. Residents may find the 250% rise in public order offences particularly concerning, as it suggests a need for targeted interventions during peak social hours.

Wickersley and Bramley’s crime rate in May 2025 rose by 16.5% compared to the previous month’s 5.0 per 1,000, reflecting a modest upward trend despite remaining well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 5 crimes per day over the month—a figure that, while low, highlights the continuous nature of local crime. When scaled to the population, one crime occurred for roughly every 173 residents over the course of May, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK’s average but warrants attention given the recent increases in certain categories. This 1-in-173 figure provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, showing that while the area is safer than the national average, localised spikes in public order offences and shoplifting may require targeted action. The population context also reveals that with 24,381 residents, the 141 total crimes represent a manageable burden, though the shift in crime type from property to public space suggests a need for adaptive policing strategies. The comparison to the previous month’s rate underscores the importance of monitoring trends closely, as even small increases can signal emerging issues in a tightly knit community.