Crime in Burngreave: statistics, rates and trends
4,938 crimes were recorded in Burngreave in the 12 months to July 2026, 183.7 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 6% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Burngreave at a glance
- Crime trends in Burngreave
- Types of crime in Burngreave
- Burngreave compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Burngreave
- What happened after crimes were reported in Burngreave
- Population and deprivation in Burngreave
- Questions about crime in Burngreave
- About this data
4,938 crimes were recorded in Burngreave in the 12 months to July 2026, 183.7 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 6% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 1,603 reports (32% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Burngreave has the 251st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Burngreave | Sheffield | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 4,938 | 65,498 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 183.7 | 112.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +6% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 26,880 | 582,493 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Burngreave was highest in the year to July 2018 (5,545 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2020 (4,524). Over the whole period it fell 11%, 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 | 4,938 | 183.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 4,655 | 173.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 4,723 | 175.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 4,893 | 182.0 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 4,701 | 174.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 4,965 | 184.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 4,524 | 168.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 4,870 | 181.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 5,545 | 206.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 443 |
| June 2026 | 474 |
| May 2026 | 435 |
| April 2026 | 435 |
| March 2026 | 423 |
| February 2026 | 385 |
| January 2026 | 380 |
| December 2025 | 388 |
| November 2025 | 400 |
| October 2025 | 381 |
| September 2025 | 414 |
| August 2025 | 380 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Burngreave 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 violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, shoplifting.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+54%) and possession of weapons (+30%). The largest falls were in theft from the person (-12%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 1,603 | 59.6 | 1.74 | -1% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 774 | 28.8 | 1.88 | +13% |
| Shoplifting | 567 | 21.1 | 2.55 | +54% |
| Public order | 369 | 13.7 | 2.07 | -7% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 353 | 13.1 | 1.94 | +8% |
| Vehicle crime | 316 | 11.8 | 2.39 | +5% |
| Other theft | 236 | 8.8 | 1.37 | -9% |
| Drugs | 214 | 8.0 | 2.44 | -7% |
| Burglary | 171 | 6.4 | 1.80 | -2% |
| Other crime | 121 | 4.5 | 2.13 | -10% |
| Possession of weapons | 91 | 3.4 | 3.49 | +30% |
| Robbery | 74 | 2.8 | 2.04 | +30% |
| Theft from the person | 28 | 1.0 | 0.62 | -12% |
| Bicycle theft | 21 | 0.8 | 0.95 | +162% |
Violence and sexual offences in Burngreave
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Burngreave recorded 1,603 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (59.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 32.5% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Burngreave
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Burngreave recorded 774 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (28.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 15.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Burngreave
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Burngreave recorded 567 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 54% on the year before. It made up 11.5% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Burngreave
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Burngreave recorded 369 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 7.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Burngreave
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Burngreave recorded 353 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 7.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Burngreave
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Burngreave recorded 316 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 6.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Burngreave
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Burngreave recorded 236 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Burngreave
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Burngreave recorded 214 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Burngreave
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Burngreave recorded 171 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Burngreave
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Burngreave recorded 121 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Burngreave
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Burngreave recorded 91 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Burngreave
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Burngreave recorded 74 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Burngreave
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Burngreave recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Burngreave
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Burngreave recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 162% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Burngreave, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Burngreave.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Burngreave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firth Park | 3,383 | 130.8 | -29% |
| Shiregreen and Brightside | 2,514 | 120.1 | -35% |
| City | 7,992 | 303.7 | +65% |
| Walkley | 2,077 | 87.7 | -52% |
| Southey | 3,035 | 141.3 | -23% |
| Darnall | 4,247 | 186.1 | +1% |
| Manor Castle | 3,805 | 150.9 | -18% |
| Hillsborough | 2,059 | 105.0 | -43% |
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 Burngreave over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 528 |
| On or near Smilter Lane | 309 |
| On or near Skinnerthorpe Road | 188 |
| On or near High View | 148 |
| On or near Parking Area | 138 |
| On or near Bolsover Road East | 118 |
| On or near Hallcar Street | 96 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 96 |
| On or near Spital Hill | 77 |
| On or near Atlas Way | 71 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Burngreave 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 | 1,674 | 33.9% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 1,428 | 28.9% |
| Not recorded | 774 | 15.7% |
| Under investigation | 342 | 6.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 289 | 5.9% |
| Local resolution | 142 | 2.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 131 | 2.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 106 | 2.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 23 | 0.5% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 10 | 0.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 8 | 0.2% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 6 | 0.1% |
Burngreave has an estimated population of 26,880. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Burngreave sits in decile 1.1, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Burngreave |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 25.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 64.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 41.0% |
| Social rented homes | 34.3% |
| Private rented homes | 24.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 1.1 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 85.8% |
Is Burngreave a safe place to live?
Burngreave recorded 183.7 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher than 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 Burngreave?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 1,603 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (774).
Is crime in Burngreave going up or down?
Recorded crime in Burngreave was up 6% on the year before: 4,938 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 4,655 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Burngreave?
Burngreave 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 Burngreave. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.