Selston Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Selston’s crime rate in February 2026 stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 23.4% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This lower-than-national figure suggests that the built-up area within Ashfield may benefit from factors such as lower population density, community cohesion, or specific local policies that contribute to a safer environment. The top crime types included violence and sexual offences (43.8% of all incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.8%) and shoplifting (12.5%). These patterns may reflect the area’s character as a smaller, more tightly knit community, where interpersonal disputes and low-level anti-social incidents are more likely to be reported. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may have contributed to the lower property crime rates, though violent crime remains a significant proportion of the total. Violence and sexual offences in Selston were 5% below the UK average, a trend that may be consistent with the area’s relatively low crime profile. Anti-social behaviour, while not a major category overall, saw a 500% increase from the previous month, a shift that could be influenced by factors such as colder weather driving more indoor interactions or localized events. The data also reveals that shoplifting in Selston was 3% above the UK average, a minor deviation that may be linked to the presence of retail outlets or specific economic conditions in the area. These findings illustrate the combination of local dynamics and broader national trends, with Selston’s crime picture reflecting both its unique characteristics and its position within the UK’s wider context.

February 2026 saw dramatic shifts in Selston’s crime profile, with anti-social behaviour jumping by 500% from one reported incident to six. This increase, while significant, must be viewed alongside the broader context of a 33.2% rise in the area’s overall crime rate compared to January. Other theft and public order offences also doubled, with three incidents each, suggesting a possible shift in criminal activity patterns. Conversely, other crime and criminal damage and arson both fell by 50%, indicating a reduction in certain categories despite the overall increase. The violent crime category, which accounted for 43.8% of all incidents, remained 5% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, a trend consistent with Selston’s overall lower-than-national crime rate. For residents, the 500% spike in anti-social behaviour is a notable change, potentially linked to factors such as seasonal transitions or localized events, though can be established from the data alone.

Selston's crime rate in February 2026 rose by 33.2% compared to the previous month, increasing from 3.7 to 4.9 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a local uptick, the area remains 23.4% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, highlighting its relatively safer profile. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 28-day period, a figure that may reflect seasonal patterns or localized factors. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 203 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the low frequency of incidents relative to the population. This statistic provides context for residents, showing that while crime is not absent, its occurrence is infrequent enough to be a minor concern compared to national trends. The population of 6,489 further contextualizes these numbers, emphasizing that even with the increase, the absolute number of crimes remains low. This contrast between local and national figures illustrates how Selston’s built-up area, likely characterized by smaller-scale community interactions, may experience crime differently from larger urban centres.