Kirkby-in-Ashfield Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Kirkby-in-Ashfield’s crime rate in November 2023 stood at 10.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 34.7% above the UK average of 7.5. This stark deviation highlights a combination of local factors and national trends. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (24.5% of total incidents), anti-social behaviour (19.0%), and shoplifting (12.0%), all of which are significantly higher than UK averages. The rise in shoplifting may be linked to Black Friday shopping, while anti-social behaviour could be exacerbated by the shorter days and colder weather typical of late autumn. Violence and sexual offences, though remaining the largest category, were slightly below the UK average, suggesting possible localized efforts to mitigate such crimes. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, a surge in retail activity, and reduced daylight—may have amplified certain types of criminal behaviour while also creating opportunities for targeted interventions. For instance, the drop in burglary (from 5 to 4 incidents) could reflect increased police patrols or community initiatives during the month. However, the sharp increase in possession of weapons (567% above UK average) and drugs (100% above) indicates growing concerns in specific areas, tied to increased social gatherings or economic pressures. These patterns underscore the need for continued monitoring and tailored strategies to address both rising and falling crime types.

November 2023 saw significant decreases in bicycle theft, public order offences, and burglary, with the latter falling by 20% (5 to 4 incidents). This decline in burglary may reflect heightened community vigilance or seasonal deterrents. Conversely, robbery, possession of weapons, and drugs all surged by 300% and 133% respectively, raising concerns about emerging trends in illicit activity. Violence and sexual offences, though still the most common category (24.5% of total crimes), were 3% below the UK average at 2.5 per 1,000. This anomaly may indicate local policing efforts or demographic factors. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, spiked 81% above the UK average, likely tied to November’s darker evenings and community events such as Bonfire Night. Residents should remain cautious, particularly in areas with high concentrations of anti-social activity, which accounted for nearly 19% of all crimes reported.

Kirkby-in-Ashfield’s crime rate in November 2023 rose to 10.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 30.7% increase from the previous month’s 7.8 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 7 crimes reported daily, or one crime for every 99 residents over the course of the month. The jump in overall crime contrasts with a local trend in burglary, which fell by 20% (from 5 to 4 incidents), suggesting targeted interventions or seasonal factors may have influenced this category. However, the broader rise in violence and anti-social behaviour—both significantly above UK averages—points to persistent challenges in community safety. The daily crime count, while locally relevant, does not directly compare to national figures, as UK-wide daily averages are not provided. The 1-in-99 monthly exposure figure underscores the need for continued awareness, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or during events like Bonfire Night, which may amplify anti-social activity. This rate also highlights the area’s vulnerability compared to the UK average, necessitating tailored strategies to address rising crime types.