Kirkby-in-Ashfield Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Kirkby-in-Ashfield’s crime profile in August 2025, accounting for 33.3% of all reported incidents. This category, at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, exceeded the UK average by 8%, highlighting a localised spike in violent crime. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 20.8% of total crimes, with a rate of 1.9 per 1,000—30% above the UK average. These figures suggest a pattern of community tensions or disruptions that may be exacerbated by seasonal factors. August, as a peak holiday month, likely influenced crime dynamics, with increased tourism and transient populations potentially contributing to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and property damage. Criminal damage and arson also rose sharply, at 1.1 per 1,000 (12.0% of total crimes), 86% above the UK average, linked to empty homes or unoccupied properties during the summer break. While shoplifting and other thefts remained elevated (1.1 per 1,000), the area’s overall crime rate of 9.3 per 1,000—14.8% above the UK average—indicates a need for targeted interventions. The seasonal context of August, with its mix of local events and visitor activity, may have created conditions where anti-social behaviour and property crimes are more likely to occur. The dominance of violent crime suggests a need for community-focused policing strategies and increased public awareness campaigns to address underlying issues. Meanwhile, the relatively low rates of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.4 per 1,000) indicate areas where local efforts have been effective, though the significant above-average figures for certain categories remain a concern.

August 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime types across Kirkby-in-Ashfield. Theft from the person increased by 100% compared to the previous month, rising from zero to one reported incident—a rare but notable spike. Vehicle crime also doubled, with two incidents recorded, though this remains below the UK average for the category. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson both exceeded the UK average by 30% and 86%, respectively, suggesting persistent local challenges in these areas. The shift in crime mix reveals a growing emphasis on violent and disorderly incidents, with violent crimes accounting for 33.3% of all reported offences—well above the UK average for this category. This trend may be linked to August’s status as a peak holiday month, with increased foot traffic and potential disruptions to routine. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by 33.3%, and possession of weapons dropped by two-thirds, though these declines are modest and may not indicate long-term changes.

Kirkby-in-Ashfield’s crime rate in August 2025 rose to 9.3 per 1,000 residents, a 14.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 8.1. This shift reflects a notable uptick in reported incidents, particularly in categories such as violence and anti-social behaviour. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately six crimes per day, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of nearly 20,000. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 108 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while not extreme, highlights the need for community vigilance. Comparing this to the UK average, the area’s rate remains 14.8% higher, suggesting a pattern of localised challenges that may not align with broader national trends. This disparity could stem from factors such as the built-up area’s proximity to major roads or seasonal fluctuations in population, such as increased tourism during August, which might contribute to higher incidents of anti-social behaviour and property crime.