Crime Rate in Sprotbrough: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Sprotbrough

The total recorded crimes in Sprotbrough, Doncaster, UK in March 2025 are around 79 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Sprotbrough crime rate of 19.35 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 Sprotbrough, encompassing approximately 4,082 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (26) incidents (44.44% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (18) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (10) incidents (150.00% increase)
Sprotbrough Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hengist Road with total crimes: 4
  • Montagu Road with total crimes: 4
  • Sovereign Court with total crimes: 4

How safe is Sprotbrough?

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

  • Relative to Doncaster:

    • In 2024, Sprotbrough demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Doncaster average, with 811 crimes compared to 2286.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Sprotbrough recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Sprotbrough had fewer crimes than the Doncaster average, with 932 crimes compared to 2,151. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Sprotbrough recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Sprotbrough Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Sprotbrough has recorded 79 crimes with crime rate of 19.35 ranking 19th out of 20 in the Doncaster, UK

In 2024, the total Sprotbrough crimes were 811. The crime rate of Sprotbrough in 2024 was 198.67 (year) or 16.56 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Doncaster.

In 2023, the total crimes in Sprotbrough were around 932 crimes with yearly crime rate of 228.31 (year) or 19.03 (month) ranking 20 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
Roman Ridge81 181,171 181,003 18
Finningley68 20977 20966 19
Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall68 21986 19773 21

Sprotbrough 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 (18 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 238 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202518
January 202520
December 202415
November 202414
October 202423
September 202421
August 202413
July 202423
June 202428
May 202417
April 202420

A total of 44 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20249
June 20244
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 141 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.75 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 20259
January 20258
December 20245
November 20247
October 202413
September 20246
August 202410
July 202412
June 202416
May 202415
April 202422

A total of 80 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20257
December 202410
November 202410
October 20243
September 20248
August 20244
July 20244
June 202416
May 20246
April 20244

A total of 35 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 20241
August 20242
June 20248
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 76 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20254
January 20251
December 20245
November 20248
October 20245
September 20249
August 20247
July 20246
June 202410
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 69 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20256
December 20248
November 20243
October 20244
September 20246
August 20242
July 20248
June 202412
May 20248
April 20244

A total of 22 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
December 20242
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241
July 20243
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 26 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
November 202410
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 62 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20252
December 20245
November 20248
October 20249
September 20245
August 20242
June 202410
May 202410
April 20245

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
May 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
April 20242

High Crime Locations Sprotbrough in March 2025

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

1. Hengist Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Montagu Road (Map)
Total4
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Sovereign Court (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Public order1
4. Vulcan Crescent (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
5. Oak Court (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Newton Drive (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Emley Drive (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Crow Tree Lane (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1

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