Huthwaite Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Huthwaite's crime rate for May 2024 stands at 9.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 7.1% increase above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This built-up area within Ashfield shows a distinct crime profile shaped by its local character. Violence and sexual offences dominate with 18 incidents (36.7% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (15 cases, 30.6%) and burglary (5 cases, 10.2%). The seasonal context of May—characterised by longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributes to patterns observed in violent and anti-social crimes. While the UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.8 per 1,000, Huthwaite's rate of 3.3 per 1,000 sits 16% above this benchmark. Similarly, anti-social behaviour in Huthwaite is 93% above the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. These figures suggest a need for targeted local interventions in areas prone to social gatherings. Public order offences in Huthwaite are 37% below the UK average, a contrast that may reflect the area's relatively stable community dynamics. The overall crime rate, while elevated compared to the UK, does not show the same stark divergence in all categories. For instance, vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) is 15% below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, possibly due to lower traffic density or more effective local policing strategies. This mixed picture highlights the importance of contextual analysis rather than broad generalisations about the area's safety profile.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in May 2024 was a 400% increase in burglary cases, rising from 1 to 5. This surge, though still a small absolute number, suggests potential vulnerabilities in local property security measures or targeted criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour also saw a 150% increase, with 15 incidents reported compared to 6 in April. This category's 93% gap above the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000 (Huthwaite's 2.8 per 1,000) underscores a significant local challenge. Public order offences doubled from 1 to 2, marking a 100% increase, though they remain 37% below the UK average. The crime mix in Huthwaite shows a stark contrast to national trends: while UK burglary rates are 0.3 per 1,000, Huthwaite's rate is 190% higher at 0.9 per 1,000. This divergence may reflect local factors such as the area's built-up nature and proximity to Ashfield's urban core. Conversely, public order offences in Huthwaite are 37% below the UK average, a contrast that could indicate effective community policing or lower levels of disorder in public spaces. A resident might find the 82% increase in drug-related offences (from 1 to 2 cases) concerning, though this remains a minor component of the overall crime picture. These fluctuations highlight the need for ongoing monitoring of specific categories that deviate sharply from national averages.

Huthwaite's crime rate in May 2024 (9.0 per 1,000) represents a 48.4% increase compared to the previous month's rate of 6.1 per 1,000. This jump, while significant, must be contextualised within the area's population of 5,420 residents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in May, a figure that may feel more tangible to local residents. Over the course of the month, this translated to 1 reported crime for every 111 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, while not alarmingly high, does indicate a noticeable uptick from earlier in the year. When compared to the UK average, Huthwaite's overall crime rate sits 7.1% above the national benchmark, a gap that widens further in certain categories. For instance, anti-social behaviour in Huthwaite is 93% above the UK average, a disparity that could be attributed to the area's specific social dynamics or policing focus. However, the comparison also reveals areas of relative strength: public order offences in Huthwaite are 37% below the UK average, suggesting that local efforts in this domain may be yielding positive results. The population-scaled perspective is particularly useful for residents: with 5,420 people living in Huthwaite, the 49 reported crimes in May equate to roughly one crime every 111 residents. This metric provides a clear, relatable measure of the area's crime profile, allowing residents to contextualise the numbers against their daily lives.