Crime in Dearne South: statistics, rates and trends
996 crimes were recorded in Dearne South in the 12 months to July 2026, 84.7 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 8% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Dearne South at a glance
- Crime trends in Dearne South
- Types of crime in Dearne South
- Dearne South compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Dearne South
- What happened after crimes were reported in Dearne South
- Population and deprivation in Dearne South
- Questions about crime in Dearne South
- About this data
996 crimes were recorded in Dearne South in the 12 months to July 2026, 84.7 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 8% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 404 reports (41% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Dearne South has the 1,669th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Dearne South | Barnsley | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 996 | 26,917 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 84.7 | 106.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -8% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 11,761 | 251,770 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Dearne South was highest in the year to July 2023 (1,254 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (996). Over the whole period it fell 0%, 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 | 996 | 84.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,088 | 92.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,155 | 98.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,254 | 106.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,112 | 94.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,142 | 97.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,195 | 101.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,126 | 95.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 996 | 84.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 63 |
| June 2026 | 77 |
| May 2026 | 78 |
| April 2026 | 80 |
| March 2026 | 92 |
| February 2026 | 74 |
| January 2026 | 66 |
| December 2025 | 76 |
| November 2025 | 110 |
| October 2025 | 86 |
| September 2025 | 100 |
| August 2025 | 94 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Dearne South 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 vehicle crime, burglary, other crime.
The largest increases were in burglary (+11%). The largest falls were in public order (-35%) and criminal damage and arson (-32%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 404 | 34.4 | 1.00 | -2% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 156 | 13.3 | 0.86 | +8% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 91 | 7.7 | 1.14 | -32% |
| Vehicle crime | 74 | 6.3 | 1.28 | -18% |
| Burglary | 72 | 6.1 | 1.73 | +11% |
| Other theft | 61 | 5.2 | 0.81 | +9% |
| Public order | 54 | 4.6 | 0.69 | -35% |
| Other crime | 44 | 3.7 | 1.77 | +2% |
| Drugs | 16 | 1.4 | 0.42 | +45% |
| Shoplifting | 12 | 1.0 | 0.12 | -20% |
| Robbery | 7 | 0.6 | 0.44 | -50% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.3 | 0.26 | -82% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.2 | 0.21 | -33% |
Violence and sexual offences in Dearne South
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Dearne South recorded 404 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (34.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 40.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Dearne South
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Dearne South recorded 156 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 15.7% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Dearne South
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Dearne South recorded 91 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 9.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Dearne South
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Dearne South recorded 74 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 7.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Dearne South
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Dearne South recorded 72 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Dearne South
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Dearne South recorded 61 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Dearne South
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Dearne South recorded 54 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 35% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Dearne South
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Dearne South recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Dearne South
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Dearne South recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 45% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Dearne South
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Dearne South recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Dearne South
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Dearne South recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Dearne South
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Dearne South recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 82% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Dearne South
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Dearne South recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Dearne South, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Dearne South.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Dearne South |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dearne North | 1,754 | 127.1 | +50% |
| Darfield | 1,122 | 101.1 | +19% |
| Wombwell | 1,071 | 85.8 | +1% |
| North East | 1,524 | 103.8 | +23% |
| Hoyland Milton | 895 | 78.1 | -8% |
| Stairfoot | 1,841 | 135.0 | +59% |
| Cudworth | 1,082 | 90.7 | +7% |
| Rockingham | 1,167 | 98.7 | +17% |
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 Dearne South over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Furlong Road | 36 |
| On or near Ingsfield Lane | 30 |
| On or near Fairfield | 22 |
| On or near St Andrew'S Square | 22 |
| On or near Lincroft | 21 |
| On or near Goldthorpe Green | 20 |
| On or near Beckfield Grove | 19 |
| On or near Far Croft | 18 |
| On or near Lincoln Gardens | 18 |
| On or near Broomhill View | 17 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Dearne South 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 | 388 | 39.0% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 275 | 27.6% |
| Not recorded | 156 | 15.7% |
| Under investigation | 56 | 5.6% |
| Local resolution | 32 | 3.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 27 | 2.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 22 | 2.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 11 | 1.1% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 10 | 1.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 7 | 0.7% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 6 | 0.6% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 5 | 0.5% |
Dearne South has an estimated population of 11,761. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Dearne South sits in decile 2.6, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Dearne South |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.6% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 63.8% |
| Social rented homes | 16.5% |
| Private rented homes | 19.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.6 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 19.7% |
Is Dearne South a safe place to live?
Dearne South recorded 84.7 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 Dearne South?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 404 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (156).
Is crime in Dearne South going up or down?
Recorded crime in Dearne South was down 8% on the year before: 996 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,088 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Dearne South?
Dearne South 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 Dearne South. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.