Crime in Birley: statistics, rates and trends
1,620 crimes were recorded in Birley in the 12 months to July 2026, 92.3 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before.
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1,620 crimes were recorded in Birley in the 12 months to July 2026, 92.3 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 522 reports (32% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Birley has the 1,427th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Birley | Sheffield | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,620 | 65,498 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 92.3 | 112.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -7% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 17,543 | 582,493 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Birley was highest in the year to July 2023 (1,932 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (1,574). Over the whole period it fell 15%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 1,620 | 92.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,738 | 99.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,720 | 98.0 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,932 | 110.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,574 | 89.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,741 | 99.2 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,727 | 98.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,861 | 106.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,911 | 108.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 106 |
| June 2026 | 128 |
| May 2026 | 136 |
| April 2026 | 145 |
| March 2026 | 152 |
| February 2026 | 141 |
| January 2026 | 136 |
| December 2025 | 118 |
| November 2025 | 137 |
| October 2025 | 144 |
| September 2025 | 140 |
| August 2025 | 137 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Birley over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for criminal damage and arson, vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in other theft (+31%) and criminal damage and arson (+25%). The largest falls were in burglary (-49%) and public order (-20%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 522 | 29.8 | 0.87 | -11% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 313 | 17.8 | 1.16 | -4% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 154 | 8.8 | 1.29 | +25% |
| Shoplifting | 134 | 7.6 | 0.92 | -16% |
| Vehicle crime | 117 | 6.7 | 1.35 | +4% |
| Other theft | 114 | 6.5 | 1.02 | +31% |
| Public order | 94 | 5.4 | 0.81 | -20% |
| Burglary | 60 | 3.4 | 0.97 | -49% |
| Other crime | 45 | 2.6 | 1.21 | +7% |
| Drugs | 35 | 2.0 | 0.61 | +3% |
| Possession of weapons | 19 | 1.1 | 1.12 | +12% |
| Robbery | 12 | 0.7 | 0.51 | +33% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.03 | -75% |
Violence and sexual offences in Birley
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Birley recorded 522 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (29.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 32.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Birley
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Birley recorded 313 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 19.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Birley
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Birley recorded 154 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 9.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Birley
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Birley recorded 134 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 8.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Birley
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Birley recorded 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Birley
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Birley recorded 114 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 31% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Birley
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Birley recorded 94 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Birley
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Birley recorded 60 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 49% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Birley
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Birley recorded 45 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Birley
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Birley recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Birley
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Birley recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Birley
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Birley recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Birley
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Birley recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 75% on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Birley, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Birley.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Birley |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond | 1,740 | 93.7 | +1% |
| Woodhouse | 2,330 | 118.0 | +28% |
| Park and Arbourthorne | 2,703 | 146.8 | +59% |
| Beighton | 1,888 | 111.7 | +21% |
| Gleadless Valley | 2,410 | 108.3 | +17% |
| Mosborough | 1,691 | 93.8 | +2% |
| Manor Castle | 3,805 | 150.9 | +63% |
| Graves Park | 1,582 | 83.6 | -9% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Birley over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Silkstone Crescent | 104 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 87 |
| On or near Supermarket | 78 |
| On or near Four Wells Drive | 35 |
| On or near Jaunty Crescent | 32 |
| On or near Birley Moor Close | 30 |
| On or near Kew Crescent | 30 |
| On or near Occupation Lane | 28 |
| On or near Alport Grove | 27 |
| On or near Jaunty Way | 27 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Birley over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 560 | 34.6% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 511 | 31.5% |
| Not recorded | 313 | 19.3% |
| Under investigation | 84 | 5.2% |
| Local resolution | 40 | 2.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 36 | 2.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 33 | 2.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 26 | 1.6% |
| Offender given a caution | 8 | 0.5% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 3 | 0.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.1% |
Birley has an estimated population of 17,543. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Birley sits in decile 4.8, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Birley |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 66.6% |
| Social rented homes | 22.8% |
| Private rented homes | 10.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.8 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 8.1% |
Is Birley a safe place to live?
Birley recorded 92.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Birley?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 522 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (313).
Is crime in Birley going up or down?
Recorded crime in Birley was down 7% on the year before: 1,620 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,738 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Birley?
Birley is policed by South Yorkshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Birley. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.