Clarborough Crime Rate

Clarborough is an exceptionally safe village with an overall crime rate of just 32.9 per 1,000 residents, which is nearly three times lower than the UK average of 93.1. This high level of security is reflected in its outstanding safety score of 92/100, far surpassing the national average of 78. Over the past year, Clarborough has seen a significant 21.1% decrease in crime, further solidifying its reputation as one of the most secure settlements in Bassetlaw. With a small population of 1,825, the total volume of crime is very low, making it a highly desirable area for those seeking peace and security. The following sections provide a detailed look at the local crime patterns and practical advice for maintaining this excellent safety record.

Crime in Clarborough

Clarborough is one of the safest areas in the region, with a crime profile dominated by violence and sexual offences (36.7%), anti-social behaviour (18.3%), and burglary (11.7%). While these percentages may seem high, they reflect a very low total volume of crime, with only 60 incidents recorded annually for a population of over 1,800.

Property crime in Clarborough—which includes burglary, vehicle crime, theft, and criminal damage—is exceptionally low, with a rate of 10.4 per 1,000 people. This is less than a third of the UK average of 32.9. Burglary and vehicle crime each account for 11.7% of total reports, with 7 incidents each. However, the temporal data reveals a specific pattern: 57% of crimes in the afternoon are burglaries, and 53% of night-time crimes are vehicle-related. This suggests that while crime is rare, it is highly opportunistic. For Clarborough residents, the focus should be on maintaining this high level of safety through smart, time-specific security measures, particularly for homes during the day and vehicles overnight.

Clarborough is currently on a very positive trend, with total crime decreasing by 21.1% year-over-year. This significant reduction is a strong indicator of the village's increasing safety. Monthly data from late 2024 through 2025 shows that the crime rate per 1,000 residents has remained consistently low, ranging from a peak of 4.4 in June and August 2025 to a low of just 0.6 in March 2025.

The latter half of 2025 has seen the rate fluctuate between 1.6 and 4.4, which are all remarkably low figures by national standards. The overall downward trend suggests that the community is becoming even less susceptible to crime. For residents, these statistics confirm that Clarborough remains a secure and stable environment where the risk of being a victim of crime is exceptionally low and continuing to fall.

How To Keep Safe in Clarborough

The most common crime type in Clarborough is violence and sexual offences. In such a low-crime village, this often involves a very small number of incidents, but personal safety and awareness are still important for all residents.

To stay safe, we recommend maintaining good lighting around your property and being mindful of your surroundings when walking through the village at night. Since anti-social behaviour is the second most common issue, reporting any unusual activity to the local Bassetlaw police team helps keep the village quiet and secure.

Home security should be a priority during the day; with 57% of afternoon crimes being burglaries, it is essential to lock all doors and windows even if you are just in the garden. For vehicle owners, the high percentage of vehicle crime at night (53%) suggests that using a locked garage or a motion-activated security light over your driveway is a very effective deterrent. Finally, because 'other theft' is a factor, be cautious with deliveries and consider using a secure parcel box. By taking these simple steps, residents can help maintain Clarborough's status as one of the safest villages in the region.

Clarborough exhibits a very sharp temporal divide in its crime patterns, which is common in small, safe residential villages. During the afternoon hours (12pm-6pm), the primary risk is burglary, which accounts for a significant 57% of all reported incidents. This suggests that opportunistic thieves are active when they believe homes are unoccupied during the working day.

Conversely, the night-time hours (12am-6am) are dominated by vehicle crime, which makes up 53% of all reports. This indicates that vehicles parked on driveways or streets are the main targets under the cover of darkness. Morning and evening hours are generally much quieter, with a mix of burglary and anti-social behaviour. For Clarborough residents, this data clearly shows that home security is the priority during the day, while vehicle protection is the most important factor overnight. This time-specific vulnerability is the key insight for maintaining the village's high safety score.

In the local regional context, Clarborough is a standout for safety. Its crime rate of 32.9 is significantly lower than the nearby market town of Retford (80.7), which naturally experiences more urban crime. Clarborough sits in a cluster of very low-crime villages; North Wheatley, Lound, and Clayworth all recorded zero crimes in the same period. For residents, this means that while Clarborough is slightly more active than its smallest rural neighbours, it remains one of the safest places to live in the entire local authority. This makes it an ideal choice for those who want a quiet village life with a high degree of personal and property security.

Clarborough enjoys a property crime rate of 10.4 per 1,000 people, which is one of the lowest in the country. However, the data reveals that when crime does occur, it is highly targeted: 57% of afternoon crimes are burglaries and 53% of night-time crimes involve vehicles. Traditional security systems, such as basic alarms or reactive CCTV, often only alert you once a sensor has been tripped or a window broken.

For Clarborough residents who want to maintain their village's exceptional safety, scOS offers a proactive, AI-driven alternative. By monitoring your property's perimeter in real-time, scOS can detect an intruder before they even reach your door or car. The system uses intelligent multi-camera analysis to distinguish between normal activity and a genuine threat. If an intruder is detected during those vulnerable afternoon or night hours, scOS can autonomously intervene with lights and audio deterrents, scaring them off before any damage is done. In an area where crime is rare but opportunistic, this proactive approach provides the most effective deterrent, ensuring your property remains as safe as the rest of the village.