Crime Rate in Thurcroft & Wickersley South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Thurcroft & Wickersley South

The total recorded crimes in Thurcroft & Wickersley South, Rotherham, UK in July 2025 are around 126 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Thurcroft & Wickersley South crime rate of 21.07 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 Thurcroft & Wickersley South, encompassing approximately 5,979 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (50) incidents (138.10% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (29) incidents (81.25% increase)
  • Public order: (12) incidents (71.43% increase)
Thurcroft & Wickersley South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cedric Crescent with total crimes: 15
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 9
  • Pear Tree Avenue with total crimes: 5

How safe is Thurcroft & Wickersley South?

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

  • Relative to Rotherham:

    • In 2024, Thurcroft & Wickersley South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Rotherham average, with 1012 crimes compared to 1294.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Thurcroft & Wickersley South recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 24 other areas in the Rotherham.

    • In 2023, Thurcroft & Wickersley South had fewer crimes than the Rotherham average, with 1,040 crimes compared to 1,199. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Rotherham, Thurcroft & Wickersley South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Thurcroft & Wickersley South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Thurcroft & Wickersley South has recorded 126 crimes with crime rate of 21.07 ranking 6th out of 24 in the Rotherham, UK

In 2024, the total Thurcroft & Wickersley South crimes were 1,012. The crime rate of Thurcroft & Wickersley South in 2024 was 169.24 (year) or 14.10 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Rotherham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Thurcroft & Wickersley South were around 1,040 crimes with yearly crime rate of 173.93 (year) or 14.49 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Rotherham.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Thurcroft & Wickersley South)CrimesRank (Thurcroft & Wickersley South)CrimesRank (Thurcroft & Wickersley South)
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
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
Hellaby & Maltby West58 22687 22803 17
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

Thurcroft & Wickersley South 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 50 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 29 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (36 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (32 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (39 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 216 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 30.86 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202550
June 202521
May 202536
April 202522
March 202522
February 202526
January 202539

A total of 104 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 14.86 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202529
June 202516
May 202512
April 202532
March 20253
February 20257
January 20255

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20252
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20253

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20251
April 20256
March 20255
January 20257

A total of 36 Public order incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 5.14 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20257
May 20255
April 20252
March 20254
February 20252
January 20254

A total of 53 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 7.57 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20259
May 20258
April 20255
March 20258
February 20252
January 202510

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 3.14 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
May 20254
April 20252
March 20257
February 20253
January 20251

A total of 35 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20257
April 20253
March 202511
February 20254
January 20254

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
February 20251

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
April 20251
February 20252
January 20251

A total of 18 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
April 20255
March 20251
February 20254
January 20254

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
April 20254
February 20252
January 20251

High Crime Locations Thurcroft & Wickersley South in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Thurcroft & Wickersley South postcode area is presented below.

1. Cedric Crescent (Map)
Total15
Violence and sexual offences9
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Burglary1
Public order1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
3. Pear Tree Avenue (Map)
Total5
Public order4
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Locksley Drive (Map)
Total5
Burglary1
Other theft1
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. John Street (Map)
Total5
Drugs5
6. Ulrica Drive (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Green Arbour Court (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
8. Ash Grove (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
9. Shopping Area (Map)
Total3
Other crime2
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Brampton Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3

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