Crime Rate in Hellaby & Maltby West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hellaby & Maltby West

The total recorded crimes in Hellaby & Maltby West, Rotherham, UK in July 2025 are around 58 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hellaby & Maltby West crime rate of 3.96 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 Hellaby & Maltby West, encompassing approximately 14,628 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (-9.52% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (13) incidents (44.44% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (33.33% increase)
Hellaby & Maltby West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bawtry Road with total crimes: 9
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 5
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 4

How safe is Hellaby & Maltby West?

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

  • Relative to Rotherham:

    • In 2024, Hellaby & Maltby West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Rotherham average, with 687 crimes compared to 1294.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Hellaby & Maltby West recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 24 other areas in the Rotherham.

    • In 2023, Hellaby & Maltby West had fewer crimes than the Rotherham average, with 803 crimes compared to 1,199. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Hellaby & Maltby West recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 24 other areas in the Rotherham.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Rotherham, Hellaby & Maltby West has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Hellaby & Maltby West Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Hellaby & Maltby West has recorded 58 crimes with crime rate of 3.96 ranking 22th out of 24 in the Rotherham, UK

In 2024, the total Hellaby & Maltby West crimes were 687. The crime rate of Hellaby & Maltby West in 2024 was 46.96 (year) or 3.91 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Rotherham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hellaby & Maltby West were around 803 crimes with yearly crime rate of 54.89 (year) or 4.57 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Rotherham.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hellaby & Maltby West)CrimesRank (Hellaby & Maltby West)CrimesRank (Hellaby & Maltby West)
Boston Castle377 14,827 13,979 1
Rotherham East277 22,674 22,439 2
Rotherham West195 32,285 32,182 3
Rawmarsh West103 101,528 61,594 4
Dinnington158 41,598 41,408 6
Dalton & Thrybergh124 81,555 51,503 5
Wath131 51,460 71,376 7
Thurcroft & Wickersley South126 61,012 141,040 13
Keppel125 71,281 91,120 11
Maltby East98 111,212 101,282 8
Greasbrough104 91,283 81,120 10
Rawmarsh East92 131,092 121,150 9
Hoober81 151,158 111,087 12
Aughton & Swallownest96 12921 16838 16
Swinton Rockingham76 161,021 13944 15
Wales52 23956 15979 14
Brinsworth84 14789 18791 18
Sitwell68 18844 17654 21
Anston & Woodsetts70 17772 20660 20
Wickersley North66 19783 19765 19
Rother Vale65 20744 21616 22
Kilnhurst & Swinton East62 21610 25552 23
Bramley & Ravenfield51 24630 23550 24
Aston & Todwick49 25621 24545 25

Hellaby & Maltby West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 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 Public order (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 39 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20253
May 20254
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20244
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20247

A total of 99 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20256
May 20257
April 20258
March 20259
February 20254
January 202510
December 20248
November 202418
October 20249
September 20243
August 20249

A total of 46 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20255
May 20253
April 20254
March 20257
February 20252
December 20244
November 20246
October 20242
September 20246
August 20244

A total of 73 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 20259
May 20253
April 20257
March 20255
February 20258
January 20256
December 20243
November 20243
October 20243
September 20242
August 202411

A total of 192 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 202521
May 20258
April 202515
March 202519
February 202516
January 202518
December 202412
November 202421
October 202410
September 202421
August 202412

A total of 39 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 202511
January 20253
December 20244
November 20247
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 41 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
April 20253
March 20253
February 20256
January 20252
December 20245
November 20242
October 20245
September 20245
August 20241

A total of 23 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20253
February 20251
January 20254
November 20242
October 20242
September 20244

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20244

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
April 20253
March 20252
November 20241
September 20243

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20253
March 20252
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Hellaby & Maltby West in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Hellaby & Maltby West postcode area is presented below.

1. Bawtry Road (Map)
Total9
Vehicle crime6
Burglary1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
4. Clifford Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Rolleston Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
6. Trueman Green (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Norwood Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
8. Columbus Way (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime3
9. St Barbara'S Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Greenhill Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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