Crime Rate in Roman Ridge: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Roman Ridge

The total recorded crimes in Roman Ridge, Doncaster, UK in March 2025 are around 81 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Roman Ridge crime rate of 4.62 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 Roman Ridge, encompassing approximately 17,524 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (26) incidents (4.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (55.56% increase)
  • Burglary: (9) incidents (800.00% increase)
Roman Ridge Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cusworth Lane with total crimes: 7
  • Windsor Walk with total crimes: 6
  • Amersall Crescent with total crimes: 6

How safe is Roman Ridge?

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

  • Relative to Doncaster:

    • In 2024, Roman Ridge demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Doncaster average, with 1171 crimes compared to 2286.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Roman Ridge recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Roman Ridge had fewer crimes than the Doncaster average, with 1,003 crimes compared to 2,151. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Roman Ridge recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Roman Ridge Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Roman Ridge has recorded 81 crimes with crime rate of 4.62 ranking 18th out of 20 in the Doncaster, UK

In 2024, the total Roman Ridge crimes were 1,171. The crime rate of Roman Ridge in 2024 was 66.82 (year) or 5.57 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Doncaster.

In 2023, the total crimes in Roman Ridge were around 1,003 crimes with yearly crime rate of 57.24 (year) or 4.77 (month) ranking 18 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
Armthorpe139 111,363 161,491 15
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
Finningley68 20977 20966 19
Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall68 21986 19773 21
Sprotbrough79 19811 21932 20

Roman Ridge Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (36 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (44 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (38 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (31 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (23 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (34 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 48 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20251
January 20251
December 20246
November 20242
October 20247
September 20246
August 20243
June 20244
May 20246
April 20243

A total of 57 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20254
December 20245
November 20245
October 20242
August 20243
July 20244
June 202422
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 87 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20254
December 20247
November 20249
October 202416
September 20246
August 20245
July 20248
June 202414
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 152 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20259
January 202513
December 20246
November 202410
October 202418
September 20244
August 202412
July 202414
June 202430
May 20249
April 202413

A total of 354 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 29.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202525
January 202530
December 202423
November 202430
October 202434
September 202425
August 202427
July 202438
June 202444
May 202431
April 202421

A total of 82 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20256
December 202411
November 20246
October 20246
September 20245
August 20246
July 202410
June 202412
May 20246
April 20247

A total of 60 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 202513
January 20253
December 20245
November 20242
October 20244
September 202410
August 20243
July 20244
June 20248
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 13 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 217 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20251
January 202512
December 202410
November 202421
October 202417
September 202436
August 20248
July 202410
June 202438
May 202423
April 202434

A total of 34 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20245
July 20242
June 20246
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 25 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.12 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20253
December 20244
November 20246
October 20242
August 20241
June 20244
April 20244

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

MonthCount
March 20251
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
July 20241

A total of 12 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

High Crime Locations Roman Ridge in March 2025

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

1. Cusworth Lane (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
2. Windsor Walk (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting5
Burglary1
3. Amersall Crescent (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
4. Scawthorpe Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Walden Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
7. Jossey Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Middlegate (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Chatsworth Crescent (Map)
Total3
Robbery2
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Filby Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Other theft1

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