Crime in Hoyland Milton: statistics, rates and trends
895 crimes were recorded in Hoyland Milton in the 12 months to July 2026, 78.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 12% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Hoyland Milton at a glance
- Crime trends in Hoyland Milton
- Types of crime in Hoyland Milton
- Hoyland Milton compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Hoyland Milton
- What happened after crimes were reported in Hoyland Milton
- Population and deprivation in Hoyland Milton
- Questions about crime in Hoyland Milton
- About this data
895 crimes were recorded in Hoyland Milton in the 12 months to July 2026, 78.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 12% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 330 reports (37% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Hoyland Milton has the 1,920th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Hoyland Milton | Barnsley | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 895 | 26,917 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 78.1 | 106.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +12% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 11,465 | 251,770 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Hoyland Milton was highest in the year to July 2021 (1,133 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (797). 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 | 895 | 78.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 797 | 69.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 799 | 69.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 967 | 84.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,059 | 92.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,133 | 98.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,058 | 92.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 910 | 79.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,004 | 87.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 100 |
| June 2026 | 84 |
| May 2026 | 86 |
| April 2026 | 64 |
| March 2026 | 61 |
| February 2026 | 67 |
| January 2026 | 61 |
| December 2025 | 61 |
| November 2025 | 73 |
| October 2025 | 84 |
| September 2025 | 76 |
| August 2025 | 78 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Hoyland Milton 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, other crime, possession of weapons.
The largest increases were in drugs (+60%) and vehicle crime (+17%). The largest falls were in burglary (-16%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 330 | 28.8 | 0.84 | +11% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 147 | 12.8 | 0.84 | +16% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 83 | 7.2 | 1.07 | +0% |
| Vehicle crime | 81 | 7.1 | 1.43 | +17% |
| Burglary | 49 | 4.3 | 1.21 | -16% |
| Other crime | 46 | 4.0 | 1.90 | +15% |
| Other theft | 41 | 3.6 | 0.56 | +11% |
| Public order | 38 | 3.3 | 0.50 | -7% |
| Drugs | 32 | 2.8 | 0.85 | +60% |
| Shoplifting | 26 | 2.3 | 0.27 | +37% |
| Possession of weapons | 15 | 1.3 | 1.35 | +114% |
| Robbery | 5 | 0.4 | 0.32 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.11 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.05 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Hoyland Milton
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Hoyland Milton recorded 330 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (28.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 36.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Hoyland Milton
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Hoyland Milton recorded 147 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 16% on the year before. It made up 16.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Hoyland Milton
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Hoyland Milton recorded 83 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 9.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Hoyland Milton
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Hoyland Milton recorded 81 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 9.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Hoyland Milton
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Hoyland Milton recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 5.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Hoyland Milton
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Hoyland Milton recorded 46 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 5.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Hoyland Milton
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Hoyland Milton recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Hoyland Milton
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Hoyland Milton recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Hoyland Milton
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Hoyland Milton recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 60% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Hoyland Milton
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Hoyland Milton recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 37% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Hoyland Milton
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Hoyland Milton recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 114% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Hoyland Milton
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Hoyland Milton recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Hoyland Milton
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Hoyland Milton 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.
Theft from the person in Hoyland Milton
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Hoyland Milton 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 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 Hoyland Milton, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Hoyland Milton.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Hoyland Milton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockingham | 1,167 | 98.7 | +26% |
| Wombwell | 1,071 | 85.8 | +10% |
| Worsbrough | 1,154 | 119.4 | +53% |
| Stairfoot | 1,841 | 135.0 | +73% |
| Darfield | 1,122 | 101.1 | +29% |
| Central | 1,932 | 161.3 | +107% |
| Kingstone | 2,920 | 271.5 | +248% |
| Monk Bretton | 1,548 | 123.9 | +59% |
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 Hoyland Milton over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Cherry Tree Street | 35 |
| On or near Cumberland Close | 34 |
| On or near Wentworth Road | 29 |
| On or near Guest Street | 24 |
| On or near Hallcroft Gardens | 22 |
| On or near Allott Crescent | 19 |
| On or near Hill Street | 19 |
| On or near Shopping Area | 19 |
| On or near Greenside Lane | 18 |
| On or near Parking Area | 18 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Hoyland Milton 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 | 346 | 38.7% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 225 | 25.1% |
| Not recorded | 147 | 16.4% |
| Under investigation | 65 | 7.3% |
| Local resolution | 30 | 3.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 25 | 2.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 22 | 2.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 15 | 1.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 0.7% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.4% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.4% |
Hoyland Milton has an estimated population of 11,465. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Hoyland Milton sits in decile 4.2, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Hoyland Milton |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 63.7% |
| Social rented homes | 19.8% |
| Private rented homes | 16.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.2 |
Is Hoyland Milton a safe place to live?
Hoyland Milton recorded 78.1 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 Hoyland Milton?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 330 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (147).
Is crime in Hoyland Milton going up or down?
Recorded crime in Hoyland Milton was up 12% on the year before: 895 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 797 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Hoyland Milton?
Hoyland Milton 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 Hoyland Milton. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.