Hemsworth Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Hemsworth, 10.5 crimes were reported in September 2024, a figure 36.4% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This per-capita perspective translates to a daily risk of approximately three crimes, with the town’s crime profile heavily skewed towards violent incidents. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 50% of all recorded crimes, far exceeding the UK average for this category by 98%. This dominance of violent crime contrasts with lower rates of anti-social behaviour (32% below UK average) and vehicle crime (56% below UK average), suggesting that local dynamics—such as the presence of a university or commuter population—may influence the mix. Seasonal factors, including the return to school and university freshers’ week, likely contribute to the spike in violence, as evenings draw in and social interactions intensify. The area’s built-up nature, with its retail and community hubs, may also amplify incidents of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. While property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting showed declines, the overall pattern underscores the need for targeted measures to address the disproportionate impact of violent crime on residents.

September 2024 saw sharp increases in bicycle theft (+100%), possession of weapons (+100%), and other theft (+100%), reflecting emerging trends that may partly explain the rise in violent crime. Conversely, burglary fell by 85.7% (from 7 to 1), suggesting a temporary reduction in property-related incidents, though this may be linked to seasonal factors such as shorter evenings. The breakdown of crimes reveals stark contrasts with UK averages: violence and sexual offences in Hemsworth were 98% higher than the national rate, while anti-social behaviour was 32% below. This divergence highlights the area’s unique challenges, with violent crime dominating the local landscape. For residents, the 50% share of violent crime in total incidents offers a critical insight into the most immediate risks faced in the community.

In September 2024, Hemsworth’s crime rate rose to 10.5 per 1,000 residents, a 3.1% increase from August’s 10.2 per 1,000. This means that, on average, three crimes were reported daily across the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 95 residents, a figure that contextualises the risk in terms of personal exposure. Compared to the UK average, Hemsworth’s rate remains higher, but the monthly movement reflects local fluctuations rather than a broader trend. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the overall rate is elevated, the distribution of crime types—particularly the dominance of violent crime—adds nuance to the comparison. Residents should consider that daily crime counts, while manageable, underscore the need for vigilance in high-risk areas such as the town centre, where anti-social behaviour and violent incidents are concentrated.