Crime in Stainforth & Barnby Dun: statistics, rates and trends
1,349 crimes were recorded in Stainforth & Barnby Dun in the 12 months to July 2026, 153.3 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 13% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Stainforth & Barnby Dun at a glance
- Crime trends in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
- Types of crime in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
- Stainforth & Barnby Dun compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
- What happened after crimes were reported in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
- Population and deprivation in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
- Questions about crime in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
- About this data
1,349 crimes were recorded in Stainforth & Barnby Dun in the 12 months to July 2026, 153.3 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 13% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 470 reports (35% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Stainforth & Barnby Dun has the 410th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Stainforth & Barnby Dun | Doncaster | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,349 | 42,218 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 153.3 | 132.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +13% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 8,798 | 319,765 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Stainforth & Barnby Dun was highest in the year to July 2022 (1,419 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2020 (1,143). Over the whole period it rose 3%, 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 | 1,349 | 153.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,199 | 136.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,221 | 138.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,237 | 140.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,419 | 161.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,365 | 155.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,143 | 129.9 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,222 | 138.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,315 | 149.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 128 |
| June 2026 | 144 |
| May 2026 | 112 |
| April 2026 | 103 |
| March 2026 | 110 |
| February 2026 | 99 |
| January 2026 | 102 |
| December 2025 | 109 |
| November 2025 | 104 |
| October 2025 | 133 |
| September 2025 | 112 |
| August 2025 | 93 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Stainforth & Barnby Dun 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, criminal damage and arson.
The largest increases were in burglary (+67%) and vehicle crime (+31%). The largest falls were in possession of weapons (-35%) and drugs (-23%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 470 | 53.4 | 1.56 | +1% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 228 | 25.9 | 1.69 | +15% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 169 | 19.2 | 2.83 | +6% |
| Vehicle crime | 117 | 13.3 | 2.70 | +31% |
| Public order | 79 | 9.0 | 1.35 | +0% |
| Burglary | 77 | 8.8 | 2.47 | +67% |
| Shoplifting | 70 | 8.0 | 0.96 | +338% |
| Other theft | 46 | 5.2 | 0.82 | +0% |
| Other crime | 43 | 4.9 | 2.31 | -9% |
| Drugs | 17 | 1.9 | 0.59 | -23% |
| Robbery | 16 | 1.8 | 1.35 | +78% |
| Possession of weapons | 13 | 1.5 | 1.52 | -35% |
| Bicycle theft | 4 | 0.5 | 0.55 | +100% |
Violence and sexual offences in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Stainforth & Barnby Dun recorded 470 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (53.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 34.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Stainforth & Barnby Dun recorded 228 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (25.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 16.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Stainforth & Barnby Dun recorded 169 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (19.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 12.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Stainforth & Barnby Dun recorded 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 31% on the year before. It made up 8.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Stainforth & Barnby Dun recorded 79 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 5.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Stainforth & Barnby Dun recorded 77 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Stainforth & Barnby Dun recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 338% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Stainforth & Barnby Dun recorded 46 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 almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Stainforth & Barnby Dun recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Stainforth & Barnby Dun recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Stainforth & Barnby Dun recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 78% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Stainforth & Barnby Dun recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 35% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Stainforth & Barnby Dun
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Stainforth & Barnby Dun recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Stainforth & Barnby Dun, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Stainforth & Barnby Dun.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Stainforth & Barnby Dun |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatfield | 2,056 | 116.4 | -24% |
| Edenthorpe & Kirk Sandall | 785 | 72.8 | -53% |
| Thorne & Moorends | 1,808 | 98.2 | -36% |
| Armthorpe | 1,442 | 97.4 | -36% |
| Wheatley Hills & Intake | 3,043 | 158.6 | +3% |
| Norton & Askern | 1,795 | 110.4 | -28% |
| Bentley | 2,648 | 136.3 | -11% |
| Town | 7,631 | 333.2 | +117% |
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 Stainforth & Barnby Dun over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Water Lane | 68 |
| On or near King Georges Court | 62 |
| On or near Emerson Avenue | 60 |
| On or near Princess Avenue | 58 |
| On or near New Green | 54 |
| On or near East Lane | 52 |
| On or near Junction Road | 48 |
| On or near Chestnut Avenue | 41 |
| On or near Fleets Close | 35 |
| On or near Parking Area | 35 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Stainforth & Barnby Dun 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 462 | 34.2% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 445 | 33.0% |
| Not recorded | 228 | 16.9% |
| Under investigation | 75 | 5.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 47 | 3.5% |
| Local resolution | 33 | 2.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 33 | 2.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 14 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.2% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.1% |
Stainforth & Barnby Dun has an estimated population of 8,798. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Stainforth & Barnby Dun sits in decile 2.7, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Stainforth & Barnby Dun |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 57.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 58.0% |
| Social rented homes | 26.0% |
| Private rented homes | 15.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.7 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 71.4% |
Is Stainforth & Barnby Dun a safe place to live?
Stainforth & Barnby Dun recorded 153.3 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 Stainforth & Barnby Dun?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 470 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (228).
Is crime in Stainforth & Barnby Dun going up or down?
Recorded crime in Stainforth & Barnby Dun was up 13% on the year before: 1,349 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,199 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Stainforth & Barnby Dun?
Stainforth & Barnby Dun 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 Stainforth & Barnby Dun. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.