Hemsworth Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 9,535, Hemsworth recorded 138 crimes in October 2024, equating to 14.5 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 79% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, highlighting a significant divergence from national trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.8% of all reported incidents (59 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.8%) and public order offences (8.7%). These figures suggest a combination of local factors, including the seasonal transition into darker evenings and the timing of Halloween, which may contribute to increased incidents of public disorder and personal crimes. The crime profile aligns with that of a mid-sized urban area with limited retail and social amenities, where concentrated populations and limited public space can amplify tensions. The sharp contrast with the UK average—particularly in violent crime—raises questions about local policing strategies, community engagement, and the impact of socioeconomic factors such as unemployment or housing pressures. While property crimes (32 cases) formed a smaller share of the total, the disproportionate focus on violent and anti-social offences suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-traffic areas or community hubs. October's data also reflects the influence of seasonal rhythms, with darker evenings likely extending the window for criminal activity and complicating visibility for both residents and authorities. This context must be considered when interpreting the figures, as the month's unique conditions may have temporarily amplified certain crime types.

October 2024 saw a dramatic 400% increase in robbery cases, rising from 1 to 5 incidents—a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also surged by 225%, jumping from 8 to 26 cases, far exceeding the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. These spikes, coupled with a 200% rise in drug-related offences (from 1 to 3), indicate a potential shift in criminal activity patterns, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as shorter days and increased social gatherings during Halloween. Meanwhile, shoplifting decreased by 33.3% (from 6 to 4 cases), aligning with the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000 but remaining below it. This suggests that while some crime types are influenced by seasonal context, others may be mitigated by targeted policing or community initiatives. The category of 'other theft' also dropped slightly (by 16.7%), though it remains 11% below the UK average. Robbery rates in Hemsworth are 400% above the UK average, a figure that would be of particular concern to residents and local authorities. This disparity underscores the need for a deeper analysis of local risk factors, such as the presence of high-traffic areas or unmonitored public spaces, which could be exploited by offenders. The data also reveals that Hemsworth's violent crime rate (6.2 per 1,000) is 132% above the UK average, a statistic that would likely prompt calls for enhanced community policing or youth engagement programs.

Hemsworth's crime rate in October 2024 (14.5 per 1,000) represents a 37.9% increase from the previous month's rate of 10.5 per 1,000, indicating a concerning upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day over the 31-day period—a figure that, while not uncommon for a built-up area, remains higher than the UK average. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 69 residents, a statistic that would be of particular relevance to families considering relocation or investment in the area. This rate is significantly higher than the UK average, which suggests that Hemsworth's unique characteristics—such as its density and potential socioeconomic challenges—may contribute to its elevated crime profile. The comparison to the previous month's data also highlights the volatility of crime trends, with sharp increases in specific categories like robbery and anti-social behaviour potentially reflecting temporary factors such as increased foot traffic during Halloween or the impact of seasonal transitions on community cohesion. For residents, the monthly exposure figure provides a tangible context for understanding risk: over the course of a typical month, one in every 69 Hemsworth residents is directly affected by crime, a statistic that could influence perceptions of safety and demand for local policing resources. This comparison to both the UK average and the previous month's data underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and adaptive strategies to address the root causes of the rising crime rates.