Crime Rate in Doncaster: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Doncaster

The total recorded crimes in Doncaster, UK in March 2025 are around 3,726 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Doncaster crime rate of 12.09 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 Doncaster, encompassing approximately 308,104 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (1263) incidents (24.07% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (594) incidents (34.39% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (299) incidents (25.10% increase)
Doncaster Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 79
  • St Sepulchre Gate with total crimes: 33
  • Nightclub with total crimes: 31

Doncaster Police Info:

South Yorkshire Police

How safe is Doncaster?

To understand the safety of Doncaster, we need to analyze Doncaster crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Doncaster has recorded 48,010 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 155.82 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 21 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is more dangerous than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 45,176 crimes with a crime rate of 146.63, ranking it 26 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to South Yorkshire:

    • In 2024, Doncaster demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Yorkshire average, with 48010 crimes compared to 48673.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Doncaster recorded fewer crimes than 2 out of 3 other cities.

    • In 2023, Doncaster had fewer crimes than the South Yorkshire average, with 45,176 crimes compared to 45,233. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the city within the region that year. Additionally, Doncaster recorded fewer crimes than 2 out of 3 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Doncaster is considered more dangerous compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in South Yorkshire, Doncaster has a lower crime rate in 2024.

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

Doncaster Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Town (697 crimes), and the safest, Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall (68 crimes), is 629 crimes. This substantial difference indicates a significant disparity in safety across Doncaster.

Similarly, the area of Central Doncaster & Hyde Park (592 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Old Cantley, Auckley & Finningley (21 crimes), with a difference of 571 crimes. This substantial difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Doncaster.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Town697
Hexthorpe & Balby North265
Bentley238
Wheatley Hills & Intake222
Adwick le Street & Carcroft214

Safest Wards:

Tickhill & Wadsworth95
Roman Ridge81
Sprotbrough79
Finningley68
Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall68

Most Dangerous Areas:

Central Doncaster & Hyde Park592
Belle Vue & Town Fields172
Adwick le Street & Woodlands152
Mexborough West131
Balby Carr130

Safest Areas:

Tickhill & Wadworth39
Warmsworth, Braithwell & Stainton37
Armthorpe South27
Rossington25
Old Cantley, Auckley & Finningley21

Doncaster Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Doncaster has recorded 3,726 crimes with crime rate of 12.09 ranking 7365th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 2 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 1 in terms of crime rate in South Yorkshire.

In 2024, the total Doncaster crimes were 48,010. The crime rate of Doncaster in 2024 was 155.82 (year) or 12.99 (month) ranking it 21 danzarous in the UK. Doncaster ranked 2 in terms of total crimes and 1 in terms of crime rate in South Yorkshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Doncaster were around 45,176 crimes with yearly crime rate of 146.63 (year) or 12.22 (month) ranking 26 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in South Yorkshire, Doncaster ranked 2 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 1 as per crime rate of Doncaster

CityMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Yorkshire)CrimesRank (South Yorkshire)CrimesRank (South Yorkshire)
Rotherham2,452 432,343 429,977 4
Barnsley2,317 332,318 330,570 3
Sheffield6,463 282,022 275,208 2

Doncaster Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (1263 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (594 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1018 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 442 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1123 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (426 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1119 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 389 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1194 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (466 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (1281 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (498 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (1306 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (424 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (1271 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (606 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1321 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 556 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (2418 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (988 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 3216 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 321.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 596 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025231
February 2025294
January 2025268
December 2024211
November 2024332
October 2024316
September 2024281
August 2024334
July 2024353
June 2024596

A total of 1536 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 153.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 276 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025134
February 2025140
January 2025150
December 2024113
November 2024158
October 2024139
September 2024137
August 2024160
July 2024129
June 2024276

A total of 1366 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 136.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 218 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025172
February 2025126
January 2025139
December 2024114
November 2024131
October 2024130
September 2024153
August 202481
July 2024102
June 2024218

A total of 2121 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 212.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 374 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025185
February 2025173
January 2025180
December 2024160
November 2024227
October 2024219
September 2024230
August 2024187
July 2024186
June 2024374

A total of 222 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 22.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202513
January 202516
December 202418
November 202426
October 202425
September 202416
August 202416
July 202433
June 202444

A total of 422 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 42.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 98 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202539
February 202531
January 202535
December 202439
November 202437
October 202430
September 202446
August 202431
July 202436
June 202498

A total of 2835 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 283.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 564 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025262
February 2025197
January 2025262
December 2024209
November 2024284
October 2024274
September 2024244
August 2024245
July 2024294
June 2024564

A total of 415 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 41.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 70 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202536
February 202530
January 202529
December 202444
November 202434
October 202436
September 202459
August 202440
July 202437
June 202470

A total of 5389 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 538.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 988 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025594
February 2025442
January 2025426
December 2024389
November 2024466
October 2024498
September 2024424
August 2024606
July 2024556
June 2024988

A total of 3510 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 351.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 668 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025299
February 2025239
January 2025282
December 2024318
November 2024342
October 2024323
September 2024323
August 2024351
July 2024365
June 2024668

A total of 2228 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 222.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 440 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025198
February 2025126
January 2025186
December 2024179
November 2024206
October 2024202
September 2024207
August 2024206
July 2024278
June 2024440

A total of 2774 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 277.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 530 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025280
February 2025189
January 2025221
December 2024193
November 2024250
October 2024278
September 2024279
August 2024273
July 2024281
June 2024530

A total of 186 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 18.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202511
January 202512
December 202428
November 202413
October 202418
September 202417
August 202418
July 202421
June 202430

A total of 13314 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1331.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 2418 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251263
February 20251018
January 20251123
December 20241119
November 20241194
October 20241281
September 20241306
August 20241271
July 20241321
June 20242418

High Crime Locations Doncaster in March 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total79
Shoplifting26
Violence and sexual offences19
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson9
Public order7
Burglary4
Other theft2
Robbery1
Possession of weapons1
2. St Sepulchre Gate (Map)
Total33
Shoplifting9
Violence and sexual offences8
Public order5
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson4
Theft from the person2
3. Nightclub (Map)
Total31
Violence and sexual offences19
Theft from the person6
Public order3
Drugs2
Robbery1
4. Police Station (Map)
Total25
Other crime9
Public order7
Drugs6
Criminal damage and arson3
5. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total21
Violence and sexual offences9
Anti-social behaviour9
Robbery3
6. Prison (Map)
Total20
Violence and sexual offences10
Other crime5
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson2
Possession of weapons1

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