Crime Rate in Monk Bretton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Monk Bretton

The total recorded crimes in Monk Bretton, Barnsley, UK in July 2025 are around 131 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Monk Bretton crime rate of 10.26 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 Monk Bretton, encompassing approximately 12,766 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (60) incidents (17.65% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (22) incidents (-21.43% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (13) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Monk Bretton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Michael Road with total crimes: 7
  • The Close with total crimes: 7
  • Martins Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Monk Bretton?

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

  • Relative to Barnsley:

    • In 2024, Monk Bretton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Barnsley average, with 1523 crimes compared to 1539.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Monk Bretton witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 20 other areas in the Barnsley.

    • In 2023, Monk Bretton experienced a greater number of crimes than the Barnsley average, with 1,608 crimes compared to 1,456. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Monk Bretton witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 20 other areas in the Barnsley.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Monk Bretton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Monk Bretton has recorded 131 crimes with crime rate of 10.26 ranking 8th out of 20 in the Barnsley, UK

In 2024, the total Monk Bretton crimes were 1,523. The crime rate of Monk Bretton in 2024 was 119.30 (year) or 9.94 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Barnsley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Monk Bretton were around 1,608 crimes with yearly crime rate of 125.96 (year) or 10.50 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Barnsley.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Monk Bretton)CrimesRank (Monk Bretton)CrimesRank (Monk Bretton)
Kingstone250 13,820 13,464 1
Stairfoot236 22,652 22,645 2
Central180 42,555 32,490 3
St Helens186 31,877 61,326 11
Dearne North148 51,932 52,185 4
Old Town142 71,982 41,571 6
North East147 61,546 71,524 7
Rockingham100 141,536 81,433 8
Worsbrough100 131,457 101,353 9
Wombwell117 91,209 141,239 14
Darfield106 111,436 111,333 10
Penistone East114 101,240 131,045 16
Dearne South79 171,185 151,264 12
Royston105 121,380 121,259 13
Cudworth92 161,115 161,105 15
Hoyland Milton93 15887 18906 17
Dodworth70 18933 17758 18
Darton East57 21783 19754 19
Penistone West60 19613 21626 21
Darton West59 20657 20682 20

Monk Bretton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 60 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (51 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (45 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (36 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (23 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (42 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (24 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (29 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 43 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (49 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (36 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (22 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (37 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (24 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 214 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.83 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202522
June 202528
May 202521
April 202523
March 202524
February 202511
January 20257
December 202418
November 202413
October 202417
September 20246
August 202424

A total of 153 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202513
May 20257
April 202518
March 202511
February 202511
January 202516
December 202410
November 202414
October 202411
September 202422
August 20247

A total of 54 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20256
May 20252
April 20255
March 20252
February 20257
January 20254
December 20245
November 20244
October 20242
September 20245
August 20248

A total of 490 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 40.83 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202560
June 202551
May 202545
April 202536
March 202542
February 202529
January 202529
December 202443
November 202449
October 202433
September 202436
August 202437

A total of 101 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.42 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202513
May 20253
April 20255
March 202512
February 20256
January 202510
December 20248
November 202410
October 202411
September 20246
August 202410

A total of 16 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20254
March 20254
November 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 106 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.83 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202514
May 202517
April 20255
March 20257
February 20259
January 20255
December 20247
November 20246
October 20247
September 20247
August 202412

A total of 47 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20258
April 20256
March 20251
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
November 20244
October 20246
September 20246
August 20241

A total of 68 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
May 20258
April 20253
March 20257
February 20256
January 20256
December 20246
November 20243
October 20242
September 20247
August 202411

A total of 81 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20256
May 202511
April 20257
March 202511
February 20258
January 20252
December 20245
November 202410
October 20244
September 20249
August 20245

A total of 26 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20252
April 20254
March 20254
February 20253
January 20252
November 20243
October 20244
August 20241

A total of 14 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
November 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20242
August 20241

High Crime Locations Monk Bretton in July 2025

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

1. Michael Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
2. The Close (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
3. Martins Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
4. Mary Ann Close (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Harold Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Burglary1
6. Wycombe Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
7. Roger Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Ainsdale Court (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Norman Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Club Street (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1

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