Crime Rate in Hoober: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hoober

The total recorded crimes in Hoober, Rotherham, UK in March 2025 are around 88 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hoober crime rate of 6.60 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 Hoober, encompassing approximately 13,328 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (-19.35% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (23) incidents (15.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (17) incidents (6.25% increase)
Hoober Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 16
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 9
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 6

How safe is Hoober?

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

  • Relative to Rotherham:

    • In 2024, Hoober demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Rotherham average, with 1158 crimes compared to 1294.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Hoober witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 24 other cities.

    • In 2023, Hoober had fewer crimes than the Rotherham average, with 1,087 crimes compared to 1,199. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Hoober witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 24 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Hoober Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Hoober has recorded 88 crimes with crime rate of 6.60 ranking 11th out of 24 in the Rotherham, UK

In 2024, the total Hoober crimes were 1,158. The crime rate of Hoober in 2024 was 86.88 (year) or 7.24 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Rotherham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hoober were around 1,087 crimes with yearly crime rate of 81.55 (year) or 6.80 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Rotherham.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rotherham)CrimesRank (Rotherham)CrimesRank (Rotherham)
Boston Castle356 14,827 13,979 1
Rotherham East196 22,674 22,439 2
Rotherham West182 32,285 32,182 3
Rawmarsh West117 51,528 61,594 4
Dinnington136 41,598 41,408 6
Dalton & Thrybergh107 71,555 51,503 5
Maltby East111 61,212 101,282 8
Wath88 101,460 71,376 7
Greasbrough86 121,283 81,120 10
Swinton Rockingham91 81,021 13944 15
Rawmarsh East81 131,092 121,150 9
Keppel72 151,281 91,120 11
Wickersley North90 9783 19765 19
Thurcroft & Wickersley South64 191,012 141,040 13
Wales67 16956 15979 14
Rother Vale81 14744 21616 22
Aughton & Swallownest67 18921 16838 16
Hellaby & Maltby West54 23687 22803 17
Sitwell55 22844 17654 21
Brinsworth67 17789 18791 18
Anston & Woodsetts42 24772 20660 20
Bramley & Ravenfield59 20630 23550 24
Kilnhurst & Swinton East55 21610 25552 23
Aston & Todwick40 25621 24545 25

Hoober Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (23 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (19 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Public order 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 37 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (76 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (42 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (19 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 371 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 30.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 76 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202525
February 202531
January 202528
December 202421
November 202427
October 202428
September 202429
August 202424
July 202437
June 202476
May 202425
April 202420

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242
April 20241

A total of 69 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20256
December 20244
November 20249
October 20246
September 202410
August 20244
July 20245
June 202410
May 20248
April 20242

A total of 161 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.42 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 202516
January 20259
December 20245
November 202418
October 202415
September 202412
August 202411
July 202412
June 202418
May 202416
April 202412

A total of 43 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20243
September 20242
August 20246
July 20245
June 20242
May 20247
April 20242

A total of 78 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20253
December 20245
November 20245
October 20248
September 20243
August 20249
July 202417
June 202412
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 13 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20242
September 20241
July 20241
June 20246
April 20241

A total of 15 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20243
July 20242
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 50 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
November 20245
October 20243
September 20241
August 20246
July 202410
June 20244
May 20249
April 20242

A total of 77 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.42 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20253
December 20242
November 202411
October 20245
September 20245
August 202412
July 20248
June 202412
May 20244
April 20247

A total of 194 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
February 202520
January 202510
December 20248
November 202416
October 202410
September 202419
August 20246
July 202410
June 202442
May 202411
April 202419

A total of 72 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20257
December 202412
November 20248
October 20249
September 20247
August 20244
July 20241
June 202416
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Hoober in March 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total16
Shoplifting15
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting6
Drugs1
Other crime1
Public order1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft2
Public order1
4. Hague Lane (Map)
Total5
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
5. Smiths Croft (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Victoria Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
7. Knollbeck Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Elliott Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Derwent Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Rother Street (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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