Kirkby-in-Ashfield Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Kirkby-in-Ashfield's overall crime rate in May 2024 stood at 10.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 20.2% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This discrepancy highlights a notable divergence from national trends, particularly in the prevalence of violent crime. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.5% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents—20% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour (14.5%) and shoplifting (14.0%) followed, with the latter’s rate (1.4 per 1,000) 119% above the UK average. These patterns align with the area’s seasonal dynamics in May, which include extended daylight hours and increased outdoor socialising. The rise in violence may partly reflect heightened activity in public spaces during bank holidays and warmer evenings. Shoplifting rates, meanwhile, could be influenced by the presence of retail outlets in the built-up area. The data also reveals a stark contrast in property crime trends: while vehicle crime surged by 275% month-on-month, burglary dropped by 85.7%, suggesting a possible shift in criminal focus. These findings underscore the need for tailored local strategies, as the area’s crime profile diverges significantly from the UK average in both type and severity.

May 2024 saw sharp month-on-month increases in vehicle crime (275% rise to 15 incidents) and other crime (300% rise to 8 cases), reflecting a shift in criminal activity. Vehicle crime’s surge may be linked to May’s longer evenings and increased outdoor drinking, which could contribute to more opportunities for theft. Conversely, burglary fell by 85.7% (from 14 to 2 incidents), due to seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during bank holidays. The area’s shoplifting rate (1.4 per 1,000) was 119% above the UK average, likely driven by the built-up area’s retail presence. Anti-social behaviour remained 3% above the UK average at 1.5 per 1,000, suggesting persistent challenges in community management. For residents, the 275% increase in vehicle crime highlights the need for heightened vigilance in parking areas. Other crime’s 300% rise—primarily involving non-violent, non-property offences—may indicate underreported or emerging issues requiring further analysis.

Kirkby-in-Ashfield’s crime rate in May 2024 (10.1 per 1,000) marked an 8.7% increase from April’s 9.3 per 1,000, reflecting a growing trend in local crime. This places the area at a higher risk than the UK average, with daily crime statistics showing an average of six reported incidents per day—a figure that, while localised, underscores the frequency of criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 99 residents, a monthly exposure rate that may concern local families and businesses. When compared to the UK average, Kirkby-in-Ashfield’s violence and sexual offences rate (3.4 per 1,000) and shoplifting rate (1.4 per 1,000) stand out as particularly elevated, contrasting with the UK’s lower rates in these categories. However, the area’s burglary rate (0.1 per 1,000) was 68% below the UK average, suggesting that certain crime types are less prevalent here. This disparity may reflect local characteristics, such as the built-up area’s density or the presence of community-focused policing initiatives. For residents, the comparison to national figures highlights the need for targeted measures to address the area’s specific vulnerabilities while maintaining strengths in other domains.