Crime Rate in Rotherham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rotherham

The total recorded crimes in Rotherham, Rotherham in January 2025 are around 2,114 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rotherham crime rate of 7.95 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 Rotherham, encompassing approximately 265,806 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (758) incidents (-6.54% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (295) incidents (2.79% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (171) incidents (-3.39% decrease)
Rotherham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bridgegate with total crimes: 20
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 16
  • Broad Street with total crimes: 14

Rotherham Police Info:

South Yorkshire Police

How safe is Rotherham?

To understand the safety of Rotherham, we need to analyze Rotherham 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:

    • Rotherham has recorded 32,343 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 121.68 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 72 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is more dangerous than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 29,977 crimes with a crime rate of 112.78, ranking it 84 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to South Yorkshire:

    • In 2024, Rotherham demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Yorkshire average, with 32343 crimes compared to 48673.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Rotherham witnessed more crimes than 2 out of 3 other cities.

    • In 2023, Rotherham had fewer crimes than the South Yorkshire average, with 29,977 crimes compared to 45,233. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the city within the region that year. Furthermore, Rotherham witnessed more crimes than 3 out of 3 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

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

Rotherham Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Boston Castle (273 crimes), and the safest, Rother Vale (35 crimes), is 238 crimes. This noticeable difference indicates a clear disparity in safety across Rotherham.

Similarly, the area of Rotherham Central (232 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Ravenfield & Bramley North (25 crimes), with a difference of 207 crimes. This noticeable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Rotherham.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Boston Castle273
Rotherham West163
Rotherham East163
Rawmarsh West117
Dinnington94

Safest Wards:

Anston & Woodsetts51
Bramley & Ravenfield47
Hellaby & Maltby West47
Brinsworth47
Rother Vale35

Most Dangerous Areas:

Rotherham Central232
Rawmarsh South113
Masbrough & Bradgate113
Eastwood & East Dene86
Greasborough82

Safest Areas:

Swinton South43
Swallownest & Wales41
Catcliffe, Treeton & Waverley40
Thorpe Hesley33
Ravenfield & Bramley North25

Rotherham Crime Statstics

In January 2025 the Rotherham has recorded 2,114 crimes with crime rate of 7.95 ranking 109th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 3 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 4 in terms of crime rate in South Yorkshire.

In 2024, the total Rotherham crimes were 32,343. The crime rate of Rotherham in 2024 was 121.68 (year) or 10.14 (month) ranking it 72 danzarous in the UK. Rotherham ranked 3 in terms of total crimes and 4 in terms of crime rate in South Yorkshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rotherham were around 29,977 crimes with yearly crime rate of 112.78 (year) or 9.40 (month) ranking 84 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in South Yorkshire, Rotherham ranked 4 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 4 as per crime rate of Rotherham

CityJanuary 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Yorkshire)CrimesRank (South Yorkshire)CrimesRank (South Yorkshire)
Barnsley2,095 332,318 330,570 3
Sheffield5,743 282,022 275,208 2
Doncaster3,329 148,010 145,176 1

Rotherham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (758 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (295 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 811 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 287 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (908 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (402 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (850 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (487 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (890 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (379 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (938 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (429 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 968 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 463 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1790 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (936 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 1728 Public order incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 216.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 412 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025169
December 2024128
November 2024190
October 2024166
September 2024196
August 2024224
July 2024243
June 2024412

A total of 57 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 7.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20256
December 20245
November 202410
October 20248
September 20246
August 20247
July 20243
June 202412

A total of 817 Other crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 102.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 178 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202593
December 202486
November 2024107
October 202475
September 202486
August 202497
July 202495
June 2024178

A total of 84 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 10.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20257
December 202410
November 20249
October 20245
September 20249
August 202414
July 202410
June 202420

A total of 1150 Burglary incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 143.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 222 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202584
December 2024175
November 2024146
October 2024141
September 2024131
August 2024130
July 2024121
June 2024222

A total of 7913 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 989.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 1790 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025758
December 2024811
November 2024908
October 2024850
September 2024890
August 2024938
July 2024968
June 20241790

A total of 1247 Other theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 155.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 252 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025134
December 2024141
November 2024151
October 2024144
September 2024141
August 2024121
July 2024163
June 2024252

A total of 270 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 33.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 58 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202522
December 202433
November 202424
October 202429
September 202446
August 202432
July 202426
June 202458

A total of 177 Robbery incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 22.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202518
December 202420
November 202427
October 202415
September 202423
August 202421
July 202421
June 202432

A total of 598 Drugs incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 74.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 114 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202586
December 202481
November 202462
October 202472
September 202468
August 202453
July 202462
June 2024114

A total of 1371 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 171.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 290 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025152
December 2024147
November 2024123
October 2024158
September 2024170
August 2024163
July 2024168
June 2024290

A total of 3678 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 459.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 936 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025295
December 2024287
November 2024402
October 2024487
September 2024379
August 2024429
July 2024463
June 2024936

A total of 1363 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 170.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 282 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025119
December 2024159
November 2024182
October 2024136
September 2024160
August 2024188
July 2024137
June 2024282

A total of 1847 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 230.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 426 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025171
December 2024177
November 2024228
October 2024227
September 2024182
August 2024223
July 2024213
June 2024426

High Crime Locations Rotherham in January 2025

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

1. Bridgegate (Map)
Total20
Anti-social behaviour8
Shoplifting4
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson2
Robbery1
Possession of weapons1
Burglary1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total16
Shoplifting6
Public order6
Theft from the person2
Anti-social behaviour2
3. Broad Street (Map)
Total14
Shoplifting10
Public order4
4. Henry Street (Map)
Total13
Violence and sexual offences5
Shoplifting4
Public order3
Robbery1
5. Domine Lane (Map)
Total13
Other crime13
6. Manor Road (Map)
Total12
Vehicle crime6
Other crime3
Drugs3

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