Crime Rate in Dodworth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Dodworth

The total recorded crimes in Dodworth, Barnsley, UK in March 2025 are around 65 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Dodworth crime rate of 6.59 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Dodworth, encompassing approximately 9,866 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (31) incidents (24.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (6) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
Dodworth Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Tannery Court with total crimes: 5
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 4
  • Harewood Avenue with total crimes: 4

How safe is Dodworth?

To understand the safety of Dodworth, we need to analyze Dodworth crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Barnsley:

    • In 2024, Dodworth demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Barnsley average, with 933 crimes compared to 1539.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Dodworth recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Dodworth had fewer crimes than the Barnsley average, with 758 crimes compared to 1,456. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Dodworth recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Barnsley, Dodworth has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Dodworth Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Dodworth has recorded 65 crimes with crime rate of 6.59 ranking 18th out of 20 in the Barnsley, UK

In 2024, the total Dodworth crimes were 933. The crime rate of Dodworth in 2024 was 94.57 (year) or 7.88 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Barnsley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Dodworth were around 758 crimes with yearly crime rate of 76.83 (year) or 6.40 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Barnsley.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Barnsley)CrimesRank (Barnsley)CrimesRank (Barnsley)
Kingstone260 13,820 13,464 1
Stairfoot227 22,652 22,645 2
Central165 32,555 32,490 3
Dearne North144 41,932 52,185 4
Old Town122 61,982 41,571 6
Monk Bretton127 51,523 91,608 5
St Helens118 81,877 61,326 11
North East119 71,546 71,524 7
Rockingham92 131,536 81,433 8
Worsbrough94 111,457 101,353 9
Darfield114 91,436 111,333 10
Wombwell98 101,209 141,239 14
Dearne South79 161,185 151,264 12
Royston94 121,380 121,259 13
Penistone East82 151,240 131,045 16
Cudworth83 141,115 161,105 15
Hoyland Milton48 21887 18906 17
Penistone West68 17613 21626 21
Darton East56 20783 19754 19
Darton West62 19657 20682 20

Dodworth Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (15 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (21 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 28 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (54 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (40 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 188 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20258
January 20256
December 202411
November 202410
October 202417
September 202419
August 202421
July 202428
June 202440
May 20248
April 20248

A total of 57 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20258
January 20253
December 20245
November 20249
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242
July 20243
June 20246
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 58 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20247
August 20244
July 202411
June 202410
May 20246
April 20244

A total of 54 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20249
September 20245
August 20247
July 20247
June 20248
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 319 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 202525
January 202518
December 202428
November 202422
October 202425
September 202414
August 202420
July 202437
June 202454
May 202424
April 202421

A total of 62 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20257
January 20255
December 20242
November 20246
September 20244
August 20247
July 20249
June 202410
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 17 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
November 20243
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 39 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20244
July 20244
June 20246
May 202410

A total of 66 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20247
November 20247
October 20247
September 202415
August 202413
July 20242
June 20248
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 42 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20243
October 20241
September 20245
August 20242
July 20243
June 202414
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
April 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241

High Crime Locations Dodworth in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Dodworth postcode area is presented below.

1. Tannery Court (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting4
Public order1
2. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
3. Harewood Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
4. Gate Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. High Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Green Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Nicholson Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
8. Middle Field Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. St Hilda Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Langmere Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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