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

In September 2025, Kirkby-in-Ashfield’s crime rate of 9.4 per 1,000 residents marked a 27% increase above the UK average, underscoring a distinct local profile compared to national trends. The balance between property and violent crime reveals a nuanced picture: while property crimes (66 incidents) slightly outnumbered violent crimes (59), the latter commanded a larger share of the total (31.9%) and were elevated relative to the UK average. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, were 16% higher than the national rate, likely influenced by the social dynamics of a post-industrial town with a mix of residential and retail areas. Anti-social behaviour (17.8% of total crimes) and shoplifting (12.4%) also stood out as significant contributors, with both categories far exceeding UK averages by 45% and 97% respectively. This suggests that community tensions and retail vulnerabilities may be amplifying local crime patterns. Seasonal factors—such as the return to school and university freshers’ week—may have intensified social interactions, contributing to the rise in violent and anti-social incidents. However, the relative stability of burglary and robbery compared to other categories indicates that property-focused crime prevention measures may be yielding some results. The data also highlights the need for targeted strategies to address shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, which remain far above national levels. As the nights draw in and the academic year progresses, these trends will require ongoing monitoring to ensure they do not escalate further.

September 2025 saw a dramatic 350% increase in vehicle crime, rising from two to nine incidents—a jump that may reflect heightened activity around local car parks or increased traffic during the back-to-school period. Concurrently, possession of weapons doubled, with two incidents reported, while bicycle theft surged by 100% after a previous month of zero reports. These spikes contrast with declines in burglary (-28.6%) and criminal damage and arson (-27.3%), suggesting shifting patterns in criminal activity. Violent crime, though slightly lower in absolute numbers than property crime (59 vs 66), dominated the breakdown with 31.9% of all incidents, significantly above the UK average for violence and sexual offences (16% higher). Anti-social behaviour also stood out, accounting for 17.8% of total crimes and 45% above the UK average—a figure that may be linked to the area’s community dynamics during the transition to autumn. Shoplifting remained 97% above the UK average, highlighting the continued vulnerability of local retail spaces to theft.

Kirkby-in-Ashfield’s crime rate remained stable between August and September 2025, shifting from 9.3 to 9.4 per 1,000 residents—a 1.1% increase that falls within normal monthly fluctuations. This consistency suggests no abrupt changes in local crime dynamics, though the rate remains 27% above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of six reported crimes per day in September, a figure that, while locally relevant, does not directly compare to national daily averages due to varying population densities. Monthly exposure data reveals that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 107 residents—a rate that, while higher than the UK average, reflects the area’s specific context. With a population of nearly 20,000, this statistic underscores the need for community-focused policing strategies, particularly in areas with higher concentrations of anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. The relatively low rate of burglary and robbery compared to other categories may indicate effective property security measures, though the sharp rise in vehicle crime and weapons possession highlights emerging challenges that require targeted interventions.