Crime Rate in Armthorpe: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Armthorpe

The total recorded crimes in Armthorpe, Doncaster, UK in March 2025 are around 139 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Armthorpe crime rate of 5.89 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 Armthorpe, encompassing approximately 23,599 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (40) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (29) incidents (123.08% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (18) incidents (63.64% increase)
Armthorpe Crime Hotspots

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

  • Glebe Farm Close with total crimes: 9
  • Church Street with total crimes: 9
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 7

How safe is Armthorpe?

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

  • Relative to Doncaster:

    • In 2024, Armthorpe demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Doncaster average, with 1363 crimes compared to 2286.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Armthorpe recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Armthorpe had fewer crimes than the Doncaster average, with 1,491 crimes compared to 2,151. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Armthorpe recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Armthorpe Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Armthorpe has recorded 139 crimes with crime rate of 5.89 ranking 11th out of 20 in the Doncaster, UK

In 2024, the total Armthorpe crimes were 1,363. The crime rate of Armthorpe in 2024 was 57.75 (year) or 4.81 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Doncaster.

In 2023, the total crimes in Armthorpe were around 1,491 crimes with yearly crime rate of 63.18 (year) or 5.26 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Doncaster.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Doncaster)CrimesRank (Doncaster)CrimesRank (Doncaster)
Town697 19,237 17,588 1
Hexthorpe & Balby North265 23,499 23,908 2
Wheatley Hills & Intake222 42,976 42,991 3
Bentley238 33,230 32,959 4
Adwick le Street & Carcroft214 52,842 52,741 5
Conisbrough204 72,326 62,377 6
Mexborough212 62,184 92,219 7
Thorne & Moorends203 82,202 71,889 11
Norton & Askern155 102,042 102,101 8
Hatfield199 92,193 82,084 9
Rossington & Bawtry110 151,753 131,987 10
Bessacarr127 131,962 111,534 14
Edlington & Warmsworth136 121,891 121,644 12
Balby South117 141,552 141,556 13
Tickhill & Wadsworth95 171,534 151,270 16
Stainforth & Barnby Dun97 161,279 171,163 17
Roman Ridge81 181,171 181,003 18
Finningley68 20977 20966 19
Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall68 21986 19773 21
Sprotbrough79 19811 21932 20

Armthorpe Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (40 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (29 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (19 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 14 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (40 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (38 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (38 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 31 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (58 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (38 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 206 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202529
February 202513
January 202518
December 202414
November 202420
October 20249
September 202413
August 202420
July 202410
June 202422
May 202419
April 202419

A total of 89 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20256
January 20254
December 20247
November 20248
October 20244
September 202411
August 20249
July 20246
June 202414
May 20245
April 20248

A total of 144 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202511
January 202513
December 202410
November 202414
October 202413
September 20246
August 20249
July 20249
June 202416
May 202414
April 202411

A total of 452 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 37.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 58 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202540
February 202532
January 202540
December 202428
November 202431
October 202440
September 202438
August 202438
July 202431
June 202458
May 202438
April 202438

A total of 78 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20257
January 202512
December 20246
November 20245
October 20249
September 20249
August 20244
July 20242
June 20248
May 20246
April 20243

A total of 81 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20257
January 20255
December 20245
November 20246
October 20246
September 20241
August 20244
July 20249
June 202414
May 20248
April 20245

A total of 128 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20256
January 20257
December 20249
November 20249
October 20246
September 202412
August 20249
July 202411
June 202420
May 202416
April 202415

A total of 51 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20255
December 20243
November 20246
October 20242
September 20244
August 20245
July 20241
June 202412
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 107 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.92 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202514
January 202519
December 20247
November 20243
October 20244
September 20243
August 20241
July 20247
June 202414
May 202415
April 20249

A total of 32 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20252
December 20245
November 20243
September 20242
July 20243
June 20242
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 18 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
September 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 10 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
December 20241
August 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Armthorpe in March 2025

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

1. Glebe Farm Close (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
2. Church Street (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Public order2
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Poplar Place (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Tennyson Avenue (Map)
Total5
Vehicle crime3
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Fernbank Drive (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Drugs1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Markham Avenue (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson2
Burglary1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Larch Drive (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary1
10. Yorkshire Way (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime3
Violence and sexual offences1

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