Harworth and Bircotes Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile in Harworth and Bircotes, accounting for 35.4% of all reported crimes in December 2024. This category, at 2.4 per 1,000 residents, is 6% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The area’s overall crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents places it 7.0% below the UK average of 7.1, reflecting a relatively safer environment compared to national trends. Anti-social behaviour remains a persistent issue, contributing 25.0% of total crimes, and is 81% above the UK average. This discrepancy may be linked to the area’s smaller population and community dynamics, where low-level disputes and public disturbances are more visible. Seasonal factors also play a role: the festive period, with its late-night gatherings and empty homes over holidays, likely contributes to spikes in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage. Despite these challenges, the area’s crime rate remains lower than the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community engagement strategies. The balance between violent and property crimes is skewed, with violent offences comprising 35.4% of the total, compared to 29.1% for property crimes. This contrast may reflect the area’s character as a mixed-use built-up area, where public spaces and community interactions are central to daily life.

December 2024 saw a 140% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 5 to 12 incidents. This surge, which is 81% above the UK average, may be tied to the festive season’s social dynamics, such as late-night gatherings and increased alcohol consumption. Criminal damage and arson also rose sharply, doubling from 0 to 4 incidents, a trend consistent with seasonal patterns where vacant homes and holiday absences may leave properties vulnerable. In contrast, shoplifting fell by 60% (from 10 to 4), due to reduced foot traffic during the Christmas period or heightened retail security measures. Vehicle crime dropped by two-thirds (from 3 to 1), aligning with the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, though this category remains significantly lower than the national rate. Other theft, however, doubled, indicating a shift in criminal focus towards personal items rather than retail. Harworth and Bircotes’ violent crime rate is 6% below the UK average, suggesting that local interventions—such as community policing or targeted support services—may be mitigating some of the risks associated with seasonal social pressures.

The crime rate in Harworth and Bircotes rose by 45.3% in December 2024 compared to the previous month, moving from 4.6 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though substantial, remains 7.0% below the UK average of 7.1, highlighting the area’s ongoing relative safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of two crimes per day in December, a figure that may feel more frequent to residents due to the smaller population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 151 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average in most categories. However, this statistic does not account for the disproportionate rise in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, which may have a more immediate impact on local communities. The population of 7,226 residents means that each crime carries a higher individual risk compared to larger urban areas, though the overall rate remains in line with national trends for a built-up area. The contrast between Harworth and Bircotes’ performance in violent crimes (6% below UK average) and anti-social behaviour (81% above) underscores the need for tailored approaches to address local challenges, such as targeted youth engagement or improved community support networks.