Harworth and Bircotes Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Harworth and Bircotes maintained a crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents in November 2023, placing it 18.7% below the UK average of 7.5. The area’s crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences (34.1% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (13.6%) and vehicle crime (13.6%). This distribution aligns with patterns observed in smaller built-up areas, where community-focused crimes and vehicle-related incidents often feature prominently. Seasonal factors, including Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, may have influenced activity. The area’s low crime rate compared to national averages suggests a generally stable environment, though fluctuations in specific categories warrant attention. Violence and sexual offences remained the most frequent category, potentially linked to local social dynamics or limited policing resources. Anti-social behaviour’s 24% deficit relative to the UK average may reflect a quieter public sphere during the month, due to shorter evenings or fewer social gatherings. Vehicle crime’s 60% excess over the UK average, however, raises questions about local infrastructure vulnerabilities, such as unsecured parking areas or high-traffic routes. These patterns illustrate a crime picture shaped by both seasonal rhythms and the area’s specific characteristics, with no single factor dominating the overall trend.

November 2023 saw a dramatic 300% increase in shoplifting, rising from one to four incidents—a stark contrast to the 100% rise in burglary and 50% increase in vehicle crime. These spikes may partly explain the shift in crime mix, with property crimes accounting for 43% of total incidents, compared to 34% for violent crimes. Vehicle crime in the area was 60% above the UK average, while criminal damage and arson were 36% above the national rate. This divergence highlights local vulnerabilities, possibly linked to seasonal factors like Black Friday shopping or Bonfire Night events. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 60%, and anti-social behaviour fell by 40%, suggesting temporary reductions in community disturbances. A resident might find the 300% shoplifting surge particularly concerning, as it reflects a sudden, significant increase in retail-related crime.

Harworth and Bircotes recorded a crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents in November 2023, a 15.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.2. This decline positions the area as one of the safer built-up regions in the UK, with the overall rate 18.7% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported per day, reflecting a low-frequency pattern consistent with smaller communities. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 164 residents, a figure that underscores the relatively low exposure to crime compared to larger urban centres. This monthly aggregate highlights that residents are statistically less likely to encounter crime than the UK average, though localised factors such as seasonal events may influence short-term fluctuations. The population-scaled perspective further reinforces that the area’s crime profile remains stable, with no sharp spikes in recent months.