Ecclesfield and Grenoside Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,580 residents, Ecclesfield and Grenoside recorded 57 crimes in May 2023—a rate of 6.6 per 1,000 people, 17.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure places the area among the safer built-up regions within Sheffield, though the distribution of crime types reveals a nuanced picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 29.8% of all incidents, followed by other theft (12.3%) and shoplifting (10.5%). The seasonal context of May, with its extended evenings and increased social activity, may have influenced the prevalence of certain crimes, particularly those linked to public spaces. However, the rate of violence and sexual offences—2.0 per 1,000—remains 28% below the UK average, suggesting a relatively lower incidence of such crimes compared to national trends. This could be consistent with the area’s character as a mixed-use neighbourhood with a strong retail and community presence, which may contribute to a more stable social environment. Meanwhile, the above-average rates for shoplifting (43% above UK average) and other theft (36% above) indicate areas for targeted intervention, particularly in retail zones. The interplay of these factors highlights the need for continued monitoring of both local and national crime patterns, ensuring that community-specific challenges are addressed effectively.

May 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with three types experiencing sharp increases. Other crime rose by 200% (from 1 to 3), bicycle theft and possession of weapons both doubled from zero to one incident each. These jumps may be linked to the season’s longer evenings and increased outdoor activity. Conversely, criminal damage and arson, drugs-related offences, and public order incidents all fell by 50%, potentially reflecting seasonal shifts or localised changes in behaviour. The area’s violence and sexual offences rate of 2.0 per 1,000 (29.8% of total crimes) is 28% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. However, shoplifting and other theft crimes are 43% and 36% above their respective UK averages, pointing to a complex mix of local factors influencing crime trends. For residents, the 50% drop in public order offences—a category often tied to nightlife activity—may suggest a quieter social environment than in previous months.

Ecclesfield and Grenoside’s crime rate in May 2023 fell 11.0% from the previous month’s 7.5 per 1,000 to 6.6 per 1,000, marking a continuation of the area’s trend toward lower crime levels. On a daily basis, the 57 total crimes reported over 31 days translate to roughly 2 crimes per day—a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents in this built-up area. When scaled to the population of 8,580 residents, the monthly exposure means one reported crime occurred for roughly every 151 residents. This rate is lower than the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, reflecting a 17.5% reduction. While the population-scaled perspective shows a manageable level of activity, the fluctuation in specific crime categories—such as the sharp drop in public order offences—highlights the need for ongoing analysis of local factors. The combination of reduced criminal damage and arson, alongside a decline in drugs-related incidents, suggests a shift in the types of crime being reported. However, the increase in other crime and bicycle theft introduces new considerations for community safety planning.