Crime Rate in Keppel: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Keppel

The total recorded crimes in Keppel, Rotherham, UK in March 2025 are around 72 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Keppel crime rate of 2.78 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 Keppel, encompassing approximately 25,930 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (37) incidents (68.18% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Keppel Crime Hotspots

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

  • Sidons Close with total crimes: 6
  • Crane Road with total crimes: 4
  • Thorntree Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Keppel?

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

  • Relative to Rotherham:

    • In 2024, Keppel demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Rotherham average, with 1281 crimes compared to 1294.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Keppel witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 24 other cities.

    • In 2023, Keppel had fewer crimes than the Rotherham average, with 1,120 crimes compared to 1,199. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Keppel witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 24 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Keppel Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Keppel has recorded 72 crimes with crime rate of 2.78 ranking 15th out of 24 in the Rotherham, UK

In 2024, the total Keppel crimes were 1,281. The crime rate of Keppel in 2024 was 49.40 (year) or 4.12 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Rotherham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Keppel were around 1,120 crimes with yearly crime rate of 43.19 (year) or 3.60 (month) ranking 11 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
Wickersley North90 9783 19765 19
Hoober88 111,158 111,087 12
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

Keppel Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (37 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 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 33 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (35 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (37 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 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 (70 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (40 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (39 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (23 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 100 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20258
December 20247
November 202410
October 20244
September 20248
August 20247
July 20249
June 202416
May 202413
April 20248

A total of 436 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 36.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 70 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202537
February 202522
January 202532
December 202433
November 202438
October 202423
September 202435
August 202437
July 202430
June 202470
May 202440
April 202439

A total of 186 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 202510
January 202510
December 20247
November 202420
October 202416
September 202419
August 202414
July 202412
June 202428
May 202419
April 202423

A total of 54 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20255
December 20243
November 20245
October 20243
September 20244
August 20244
July 20245
June 20246
May 20248
April 20243

A total of 88 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20249
November 20247
October 202411
September 20246
August 20248
July 20245
June 202426
May 20243
April 20245

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

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20254
December 20242
November 20247
October 202411
September 202410
August 20246
July 20249
June 20242
May 20245
April 202416

A total of 74 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20251
December 20243
November 20244
October 20242
September 20247
August 202413
July 202410
June 202412
May 20248
April 20246

A total of 59 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20255
December 20244
November 20248
October 20247
September 20244
August 20243
July 20242
June 202412
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 14 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20244
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 82 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 202510
December 20246
November 20247
October 20245
September 20249
August 20249
July 20244
June 202418
May 20245
April 20246

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
October 20241
September 20242
May 20241

A total of 19 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20243

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

MonthCount
January 20251

High Crime Locations Keppel in March 2025

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

1. Sidons Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
2. Crane Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
3. Thorntree Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Studmoor Road (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
5. Warren Mount (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
6. Langdon Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Leybourne Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
8. Fox Close (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
9. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
10. Billam Place (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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