WD22 Intelligence Updated February 2026Source: South Yorkshire Police Police

Penistone West Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Penistone West, localized within Barnsley.

Safety Rating

Low Risk

Crime Rate

3.75per 1k

Total Population

11,744

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Violence & Sexual Offences11

Burglary8

Vehicle Crime6

Shoplifting6

Anti-social Behaviour6

Criminal Damage & Arson3

Public Order2

Other Crime1

Robbery1

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Stottercliffe Road Map	Shoplifting: 5Public order: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1	8
On or near St John'S Close Map	Burglary: 4	4
On or near New Smithy Avenue Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Parking Area Map	Burglary: 1Shoplifting: 1	2
On or near Market Street Map	Public order: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1	2
On or near Penistone Map	Anti-social behaviour: 1	1
On or near Keats Grove Map	Violence and sexual offences: 1	1
On or near Church Street Map	Vehicle crime: 1	1
On or near Hall Gate Map	Violence and sexual offences: 1	1
On or near High Street Map	Burglary: 1	1