Huthwaite Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Huthwaite’s crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents placed it 4% above the UK average, reflecting a slightly higher level of risk than the national benchmark. This rate, though modest, translates to a daily presence of approximately one crime per day — a figure that, while not overwhelming, indicates that residents are not entirely insulated from criminal activity. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark imbalance: violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly half (47.6%) of all incidents, far exceeding their share in the UK profile. This dominance of violent crime may be influenced by local factors, such as the area’s compact built-up nature, which could concentrate social interactions and heighten the likelihood of interpersonal conflicts. Property crimes, including burglary and theft, accounted for the remaining 52.4% of incidents, with burglary alone showing a 300% month-on-month increase — a spike likely linked to seasonal factors like the transition into darker evenings and the logistical demands of Black Friday shopping. The seasonal context of November, with its Bonfire Night celebrations and the tail end of the holiday retail season, may have created conditions conducive to both violent and property crimes. While the overall rate remains relatively low compared to larger urban centres, the 4% gap above the UK average highlights a need for targeted interventions in areas where violent crime occurs. The data also shows that certain categories, such as anti-social behaviour and public order offences, fell sharply compared to October, due to reduced outdoor activity in colder weather. This fluctuation underscores the importance of understanding how local rhythms and environmental factors shape crime patterns. For residents, the per-capita perspective reveals that while most are not directly affected by crime on a monthly basis, the concentrated nature of violent incidents suggests a need for community-based strategies to address underlying social tensions.

November 2023 saw sharp increases in burglary, vehicle crime, and ‘other crime,’ with each category tripling or doubling compared to October. These jumps — from 1 to 4 burglaries, 1 to 2 vehicle crimes, and 1 to 2 unclassified incidents — may reflect seasonal shifts, such as increased home security checks during darker evenings or the logistical challenges of Black Friday shopping. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and public order offences fell significantly, with the former dropping 66.7% and the latter 50%, possibly due to reduced public gatherings in colder weather. Violence and sexual offences remained the most pressing concern, with a rate of 3.7 per 1,000 — 43% above the UK average — underscoring a local imbalance in crime distribution. For residents, the 4% gap above the UK average in overall crime rate offers a concrete benchmark for community safety efforts.

Huthwaite’s crime rate in November 2023 dropped 12.5% compared to the previous month, falling from 8.9 to 7.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline, though modest, reflects a shift in local dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the month — a figure that translates to a manageable presence in the daily lives of residents. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 129 residents, highlighting that the majority of the population remained unaffected by criminal activity. When viewed against the area’s population of 5,420, the crime rate suggests that most residents are not directly exposed to crime on a monthly basis, though the 4% gap above the UK average indicates room for targeted improvements. The drop from October may partly reflect seasonal factors, such as the winding down of Black Friday shopping activity and the reduced foot traffic in local businesses following the holiday period.