Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
S63 · Barnsley
51
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
S62 · Rotherham
202
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Barnsley has less crime — 51 vs 202 incidents in February 2026.
Rawmarsh recorded substantially more crime than Barnsley in February 2026 — 202 incidents compared to 51, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barnsley sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Rawmarsh has more Shoplifting (59) and Burglary (20). Barnsley is below the national average while Rawmarsh is above, making Barnsley the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Barnsley recorded fewer crimes than Rawmarsh — 51 vs 202 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Barnsley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Barnsley saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Rawmarsh had more Shoplifting and Burglary. Overall, Barnsley recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 202).