Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
S62 · Rotherham
202
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
S65 · Rotherham
196
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Rotherham has less crime — 196 vs 202 incidents in February 2026.
Rawmarsh and Rotherham recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 202 and 196 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Rawmarsh sees higher rates of Shoplifting (59) and Burglary (20), while Rotherham has more Criminal damage & arson (24) and Anti-social behaviour (22). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Rotherham recorded fewer crimes than Rawmarsh — 196 vs 202 incidents. That is 3% fewer crimes. Rawmarsh is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Rawmarsh saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Burglary while Rotherham had more Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Rotherham recorded fewer total crimes (196 vs 202).