Ecclesfield and Grenoside Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Vehicle crime emerged as the dominant category in Ecclesfield and Grenoside’s November 2023 crime profile, accounting for 19.1% of all reported incidents. At 1.4 per 1,000 residents, this rate is 180% above the UK average, highlighting a significant local disparity. The area’s overall crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 places it 2.7% below the UK average, but this masks stark variations in specific crime types. Anti-social behaviour (1.2 per 1,000) and other theft (1.1 per 1,000) also exceeded national averages by 14% and 77%, respectively. These trends may be influenced by the area’s urban character within Sheffield, where high-density living and public spaces can exacerbate certain issues. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and shorter daylight hours—likely contributed to the spike in vehicle crime, as increased traffic and reduced visibility create opportunities for theft. Meanwhile, the decline in shoplifting (75% drop) and violence (46.7% drop) could be attributed to lower foot traffic and altered social patterns during the month. This interplay between local demographics and seasonal factors underscores the need for targeted policing strategies in areas with high vehicle density and public spaces. The relatively low rate of violence and sexual offences (0.9 per 1,000, 65% below the UK average) suggests that community initiatives or environmental design may be mitigating risks in this category. However, the sharp rise in burglary and robbery indicates potential gaps in property security that warrant further analysis.

Vehicle crime dominated November’s crime picture, accounting for 19.1% of all reported incidents and 180% above the UK average. This surge may reflect increased vehicle movement during Black Friday shopping or the impact of dark evenings reducing natural surveillance. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 75% compared to the previous month, likely due to reduced foot traffic during the holiday period. Violence and sexual offences also declined by 46.7%, possibly linked to seasonal changes in social activity. Anti-social behaviour remained elevated, 14% above the UK average, suggesting ongoing challenges in community cohesion. The sharp rise in burglary (+133.3%) and robbery (+100%) indicates potential vulnerabilities in local property security or increased opportunistic crime. These shifts underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.

Ecclesfield and Grenoside recorded a crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 in November 2023, a 7.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.9 per 1,000. This decline suggests a temporary easing in local tensions or shifts in criminal activity patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day over the 30-day period, reflecting a manageable but consistent level of reported incidents. When scaled to the population of 8,580 residents, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 136 residents over the course of the month. While the overall rate remains slightly below the UK average, the disparity in specific crime types—such as vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour—highlights unique local challenges. These figures provide context for residents, emphasizing that while the area is not significantly safer than the national average, targeted issues require attention.