Crime in Darton West: statistics, rates and trends
770 crimes were recorded in Darton West in the 12 months to July 2026, 73.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 32% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Darton West at a glance
- Crime trends in Darton West
- Types of crime in Darton West
- Darton West compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Darton West
- What happened after crimes were reported in Darton West
- Population and deprivation in Darton West
- Questions about crime in Darton West
- About this data
770 crimes were recorded in Darton West in the 12 months to July 2026, 73.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 32% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 263 reports (34% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Darton West has the 2,068th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Darton West | Barnsley | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 770 | 26,917 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 73.9 | 106.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +32% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 10,422 | 251,770 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Darton West was highest in the year to July 2026 (770 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (546). Over the whole period it rose 8%, 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 | 770 | 73.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 583 | 55.9 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 659 | 63.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 648 | 62.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 546 | 52.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 580 | 55.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 658 | 63.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 594 | 57.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 710 | 68.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 92 |
| June 2026 | 56 |
| May 2026 | 74 |
| April 2026 | 64 |
| March 2026 | 76 |
| February 2026 | 64 |
| January 2026 | 53 |
| December 2025 | 61 |
| November 2025 | 73 |
| October 2025 | 61 |
| September 2025 | 36 |
| August 2025 | 60 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Darton West 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 shoplifting.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+378%) and anti-social behaviour (+31%). The largest falls were in other theft (-29%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 263 | 25.2 | 0.74 | +16% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 131 | 12.6 | 0.82 | +31% |
| Shoplifting | 129 | 12.4 | 1.49 | +378% |
| Public order | 64 | 6.1 | 0.92 | +31% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 56 | 5.4 | 0.79 | +30% |
| Burglary | 30 | 2.9 | 0.81 | +11% |
| Vehicle crime | 30 | 2.9 | 0.58 | -9% |
| Other crime | 25 | 2.4 | 1.14 | +9% |
| Other theft | 25 | 2.4 | 0.38 | -29% |
| Drugs | 6 | 0.6 | 0.18 | -14% |
| Possession of weapons | 5 | 0.5 | 0.49 | -17% |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.3 | 0.21 | -40% |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.2 | 0.11 | +100% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.12 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Darton West
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Darton West recorded 263 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (25.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 16% on the year before. It made up 34.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Darton West
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Darton West recorded 131 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 31% on the year before. It made up 17.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Darton West
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Darton West recorded 129 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 378% on the year before. It made up 16.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Darton West
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Darton West recorded 64 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 31% on the year before. It made up 8.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Darton West
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Darton West recorded 56 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Darton West
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Darton West recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Darton West
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Darton West recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Darton West
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Darton West recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Darton West
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Darton West recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Darton West
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Darton West recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Darton West
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Darton West recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Darton West
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Darton West recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Darton West
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Darton West recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Darton West
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Darton West recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Darton West, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Darton West.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Darton West |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darton East | 639 | 54.8 | -26% |
| Old Town | 1,419 | 121.3 | +64% |
| Dodworth | 746 | 67.3 | -9% |
| St Helens | 1,814 | 154.9 | +110% |
| Kingstone | 2,920 | 271.5 | +267% |
| Central | 1,932 | 161.3 | +118% |
| Monk Bretton | 1,548 | 123.9 | +68% |
| Royston | 1,118 | 95.0 | +29% |
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 Darton West over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Treelands | 112 |
| On or near Oakwood Square | 59 |
| On or near Churchfield Lane | 25 |
| On or near Ballfield Lane | 24 |
| On or near Parking Area | 24 |
| On or near Millers Green | 20 |
| On or near Wells Street | 20 |
| On or near Barnsley Road | 18 |
| On or near Barugh Green Road | 18 |
| On or near Supermarket | 18 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Darton West 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 | 300 | 39.0% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 176 | 22.9% |
| Not recorded | 131 | 17.0% |
| Under investigation | 52 | 6.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 45 | 5.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 18 | 2.3% |
| Local resolution | 17 | 2.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 12 | 1.6% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 9 | 1.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 5 | 0.6% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.1% |
Darton West has an estimated population of 10,422. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Darton West sits in decile 6.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Darton West |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 77.2% |
| Social rented homes | 11.0% |
| Private rented homes | 11.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.8 |
Is Darton West a safe place to live?
Darton West recorded 73.9 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower 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 Darton West?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 263 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (131).
Is crime in Darton West going up or down?
Recorded crime in Darton West was up 32% on the year before: 770 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 583 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Darton West?
Darton West 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 Darton West. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.