Carlton in Lindrick Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

October 2025 marked a notable shift in Carlton in Lindrick's crime profile, influenced by seasonal factors and local dynamics. The area's overall crime rate stood at 7.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 2.6% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of annual rhythms and local conditions, with darker evenings and the approach of Halloween likely contributing to heightened activity. Violence and sexual offences dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 28.9% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (22.2%) and criminal damage and arson (17.8%). The presence of these categories suggests a mix of persistent community tensions and transient spikes tied to specific events. While the rate of violent crime was 14% below the UK average for this category, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage were elevated, with the latter 150% above the national benchmark. These discrepancies highlight the area's unique character as a built-up enclave within Bassetlaw, where seasonal transitions and local festivals may amplify certain types of criminal activity. The decline in vehicle crime and other theft by 50% each suggests that targeted interventions or natural seasonal patterns—such as reduced pedestrian traffic during colder months—may have temporarily mitigated these issues. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson, which more than tripled from 2 to 8 incidents, indicates a need for further analysis of environmental or community-specific triggers. The month's crime picture illustrates the challenges of maintaining stability in small, closely-knit communities where local events and environmental changes can rapidly influence crime trends.

The most dramatic month-on-month swing in October 2025 was the 300% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 2 to 8 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 200% jump in 'other crime' and a 150% rise in anti-social behaviour, signals a marked shift in the area's crime profile. While the overall rate was only 2.6% above the UK average, the disparity in specific categories was stark: anti-social behaviour was 43% higher than the UK norm, and criminal damage was 150% above. Conversely, shoplifting fell 21% below the UK average, possibly reflecting the area's limited retail presence. The 50% decline in vehicle crime and other theft suggests that reduced traffic during October—perhaps due to school term changes or seasonal travel patterns—may have contributed to these reductions. For residents, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson is a critical concern, with the category's rate (1.4 per 1,000) far exceeding the UK average (0.6 per 1,000). This spike, though not uncommon in autumn months, warrants attention to local factors such as increased alcohol consumption during Halloween or the presence of derelict properties in the area. The data also highlights a broader trend: while violent crime remained relatively low compared to national benchmarks, the proportion of non-violent, property-related crimes has grown, suggesting a shift in the balance of criminal activity. This could be linked to the area's built-up nature, where vandalism and anti-social behaviour are more concentrated than in rural counterparts.

The crime rate in Carlton in Lindrick rose sharply from 4.0 per 1,000 in the previous month to 7.9 per 1,000 in October 2025, representing a 95.5% increase. This surge, though steep, must be contextualised within the area's small population of 5,708 residents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 127 residents. While this rate is higher than the UK average, it remains relatively low in absolute terms given the area's size. The previous month's rate of 4.0 per 1,000—roughly half the October figure—suggests a rapid escalation in crime over a short period, possibly tied to the timing of local events or seasonal factors. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the risk of becoming a victim is still comparatively low: for every 1,000 residents, only 7.9 crimes occurred, a figure that, while elevated, does not place Carlton in Lindrick among the most crime-affected areas nationally. However, the disparity in specific crime categories—such as the 150% above-average rate of criminal damage and arson—indicates that certain types of crime are concentrated here. This could reflect the area's unique characteristics, such as its built-up nature and proximity to rural spaces, which may create conditions conducive to vandalism or anti-social behaviour. The comparison to the UK average also underscores that while the overall rate is modest, the distribution of crime types suggests a need for targeted local strategies to address the most acute issues.