Chapeltown and High Green Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 saw a sharp 133% increase in 'other theft' crimes in Chapeltown and High Green, a built-up area within Sheffield, marking one of the most significant shifts in the monthly crime profile. This surge, from three to seven incidents, contrasts with a 25.9% drop in shoplifting, a trend that may reflect changing consumer behaviour around Black Friday and the influence of dark evenings on retail activity. The overall crime rate for the area was 6.6 per 1,000 residents, 13.2% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, highlighting the area’s relatively low crime profile despite its urban character. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 20.7% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.0%) and shoplifting (13.3%). The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and reduced daylight—likely influenced these patterns, with some crime types aligning with expected seasonal trends while others defied them. For instance, the drop in shoplifting could be attributed to heightened police presence during the festive period or shifts in consumer habits, while the rise in 'other theft' may indicate unmet demand for illicit goods or a response to increased foot traffic in local areas. The area’s crime profile reflects a combination of local factors, including its proximity to Sheffield’s broader urban network and the influence of seasonal events on community dynamics.

The most striking month-on-month change was the 133.3% increase in 'other theft' crimes, rising from three to seven incidents. This jump, though small in absolute terms, was accompanied by a 100% rise in 'possession of weapons' (from zero to three incidents) and a 100% increase in drug-related crimes (from three to six). These trends suggest potential shifts in local dynamics. Shoplifting decreased by 25.9%, from 27 to 20 incidents, possibly linked to the timing of Black Friday or changes in retail security measures. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by 16%, and robbery dropped by 50%, from two to one incident, reflecting a mixed picture of crime trends. In comparison to the UK average, the area’s shoplifting rate (0.9 per 1,000) was 30% higher, while vehicle crime (0.8 per 1,000) was 82% above the national average. This disparity may be due to the area’s higher concentration of retail and commercial spaces, which could contribute to both shoplifting and vehicle-related crimes. Residents may find the 50% drop in robbery particularly reassuring, though the rise in 'other theft' underscores the need for continued vigilance in securing personal property.

The crime rate in Chapeltown and High Green rose slightly to 6.6 per 1,000 residents in November 2024, a 5.6% increase from the previous month’s rate of 6.3 per 1,000. This translates to an average of five crimes reported per day, or one crime for every 151 residents over the course of the month. While this rate remains 13.2% below the UK average, the month-on-month increase suggests a need to monitor trends closely. The population context further illustrates the scale: with 22,685 residents, the area’s crime statistics must be interpreted within the framework of its built-up character and proximity to Sheffield’s urban core. The daily crime count of five incidents per day provides a tangible sense of the pace at which crimes occur, though this figure is specific to Chapeltown and High Green and not directly comparable to national averages. The monthly exposure metric—1 crime per 151 residents—offers a broader perspective on the likelihood of encountering crime, which, while relatively low compared to the UK, highlights the importance of localised measures to address emerging trends like the sharp rise in 'other theft' and 'possession of weapons'.