Ecclesfield and Grenoside Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Ecclesfield and Grenoside, a built-up area within Sheffield, recorded 64 crimes in May 2024, equating to a crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 10.7% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, though it masks significant variations across crime categories. Anti-social behaviour was the most prevalent type (20.3% of total crimes), followed closely by burglary and violence and sexual offences (each accounting for 17.2% of reported incidents). The area’s burglary rate of 1.3 per 1,000 residents is 319% above the UK average, a striking anomaly that may reflect local factors such as property density or policing focus. Conversely, violent crimes were 54% below the UK average, possibly due to the area’s demographic profile or community engagement efforts. Seasonal influences in May—longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributed to higher anti-social behaviour and public order incidents, though these remain below the UK average for the latter category. The relatively low overall rate suggests a resilient local environment, but the disparity in property crime highlights the need for targeted measures. These patterns align with Ecclesfield and Grenoside’s character as a mixed-use urban area within Sheffield, where commercial and residential zones intersect, driving both property-related and public order crime.

May 2024 saw a dramatic 200% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from one to three incidents—a sharp spike that may reflect seasonal patterns or localised pressures. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson doubled, and other unspecified crimes also doubled, suggesting a broader shift in criminal activity. In contrast, vehicle crime fell by 50%, potentially linked to reduced parking activity or targeted interventions. The area’s burglary rate stood at 1.3 per 1,000 residents, 319% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the 54% deficit in violent crimes (1.3 vs 2.8 per 1,000 UK average). Anti-social behaviour remained the most common category (20.3% of total crimes), though its rate (1.5 per 1,000) was just 3% above the UK average, indicating a relatively balanced profile for this category. These fluctuations underscore the need for residents to stay informed about emerging trends, particularly in drug-related and property crime categories.

Ecclesfield and Grenoside's crime rate in May 2024 rose 45.4% from 5.1 to 7.5 per 1,000 residents compared to April, marking a notable upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two reported crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. When scaled to the population of 8,580, this translates to one reported crime for every 134 residents over the course of the month—a measure that highlights the density of incidents relative to the community size. While the overall rate remains 10.7% below the UK average, the month-on-month surge suggests a shift in local dynamics, possibly influenced by seasonal factors such as longer evenings and increased social activity. This monthly exposure figure offers a tangible reference point for residents assessing their personal risk, though it does not account for variations in individual circumstances or geographic micro-patterns within the area.