Crime Rate in Wales: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wales

The total recorded crimes in Wales, Rotherham, UK in March 2025 are around 67 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wales crime rate of 14.34 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 Wales, encompassing approximately 4,671 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (23) incidents (-11.54% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (8) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Wales Crime Hotspots

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

  • Chestnut Avenue with total crimes: 5
  • Mansfield Road with total crimes: 4
  • Dowcarr Lane with total crimes: 4

How safe is Wales?

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

  • Relative to Rotherham:

    • In 2024, Wales demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Rotherham average, with 956 crimes compared to 1294.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Wales recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 24 other cities.

    • In 2023, Wales had fewer crimes than the Rotherham average, with 979 crimes compared to 1,199. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Wales recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 24 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Wales Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Wales has recorded 67 crimes with crime rate of 14.34 ranking 16th out of 24 in the Rotherham, UK

In 2024, the total Wales crimes were 956. The crime rate of Wales in 2024 was 204.66 (year) or 17.05 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Rotherham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wales were around 979 crimes with yearly crime rate of 209.58 (year) or 17.47 (month) ranking 14 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
Hoober88 111,158 111,087 12
Thurcroft & Wickersley South64 191,012 141,040 13
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

Wales Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (14 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Vehicle crime (26 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (54 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 44 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.40 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
January 20254
December 20246
November 20241
October 20241
August 20245
July 202410
June 20242
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 52 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20245
August 20243
July 20244
June 202410
May 20244
April 202410

A total of 95 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.92 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 202513
December 202411
November 202414
October 20247
September 20247
August 20248
July 20245
June 202412
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 44 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20255
November 20246
September 20245
August 20242
July 20242
June 202416
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 327 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
February 202526
January 202514
December 202436
November 202420
October 202426
September 202423
August 202422
July 202431
June 202454
May 202433
April 202419

A total of 144 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202510
January 202513
December 20245
November 20248
October 20248
September 202413
August 20246
July 202410
June 202430
May 202418
April 20249

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

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
December 20246
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 20246
May 20243
April 20247

A total of 141 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 202515
January 202514
December 20249
November 20244
October 202411
September 202410
August 202426
July 202410
June 202416
May 20244
April 202419

A total of 14 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20247
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
August 20241

A total of 41 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20246
November 20244
October 20245
September 202414
August 20241
July 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 29 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20255
December 20245
November 20244
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Wales in March 2025

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

1. Chestnut Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
2. Mansfield Road (Map)
Total4
Burglary3
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Dowcarr Lane (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
4. The Square (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Robbery2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Wales Road (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Possession of weapons1
7. Firvale (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson3
8. Hewitt Place (Map)
Total3
Burglary3
9. Kye Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1

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