Chapeltown and High Green Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 22,685, the 142 crimes recorded in October 2024 equate to roughly one reported incident for every 160 residents, a statistic that underscores the manageable scale of local crime. At 6.3 crimes per 1,000 people, Chapeltown and High Green’s rate is 22.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a generally safer environment compared to national trends. The crime profile reveals a mix of challenges and contrasts: violence and sexual offences (31 cases) account for 21.8% of total crimes, yet this rate is 48% below the UK average, possibly due to the area’s community-focused policing and lower density. Shoplifting (27 cases) dominates as the second-largest category, with a rate of 1.2 per 1,000—67% above the UK average—suggesting a need for targeted retail security measures. Anti-social behaviour (25 cases) follows closely, at 1.1 per 1,000, though this is 15% below the UK figure. Seasonal factors, such as darker evenings and Halloween, may have influenced these patterns, with increased public gatherings contributing to anti-social incidents. The balance between property and violent crime is skewed, with property offences (68 cases) making up 47.9% of the total, highlighting vulnerabilities in shop security and vehicle crime. This profile illustrates a built-up area within Sheffield where community engagement and seasonal awareness could play key roles in managing crime trends.

October 2024 witnessed a stark increase in shoplifting, with cases rising from 10 to 27 (+170%), a jump that may partly explain the overall rate increase. Anti-social behaviour also surged by 108.3%, from 12 to 25 incidents, suggesting heightened tensions during the month. Conversely, violence and sexual offences dropped by 35.4% (48 to 31).4 per 1,000 remains 48% below the UK average. This contrast between rising anti-social behaviour and falling violent crime may reflect seasonal dynamics, such as Halloween activities influencing public order. Shoplifting’s 67% above the UK average (0.7 per 1,000) highlights a localised challenge, linked to the area’s retail presence. Meanwhile, burglary fell slightly by 10% (10 to 9), remaining 21% above the UK average, indicating persistent vulnerabilities in property crime.

In October 2024, Chapeltown and High Green saw a 23.5% increase in crime rate compared to September (5.1 per 1,000 to 6.3 per 1,000). This rise, while notable, still places the area 22.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 5 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may help residents contextualise local crime frequency. Monthly exposure reveals that one reported crime occurred for every 160 residents, a ratio that highlights the relative safety of the area despite the upward trend. When viewed through the lens of population size, the 142 total crimes represent a manageable proportion of the 22,685 residents, though the month-on-month shift suggests vigilance may be warranted. This figure contrasts with the UK-wide average, where a similar population would likely see more frequent reporting, though direct comparisons remain speculative without national daily data.