Harworth and Bircotes Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

April 2025 presented a mixed picture for Harworth and Bircotes, with the area’s overall crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents remaining 6.5% below the UK average. However, the distribution of crime types revealed concerning trends, particularly in violent and anti-social categories. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.2% of all reported crimes, a figure that, while not exceeding the UK average in absolute terms, highlights the localised concentration of such incidents. This is consistent with the area’s character as a built-up district within a rural region, where community cohesion and limited policing resources may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. The seasonal context of April—marked by the Easter holidays and springtime outdoor activity—likely amplified incidents of anti-social behaviour, which saw a 100% increase from March. Such spikes are not uncommon in areas where public spaces are heavily used during holidays, though the absence of a corresponding rise in property crimes suggests other factors may be at play. Anti-social behaviour, now at 1.4 per 1,000 residents, remains 5% above the UK average, indicating a persistent challenge for local authorities. Vehicle crime also rose sharply, reaching 0.6 per 1,000 residents—58% above the UK average—a figure that may reflect increased vehicle movement during holiday periods or gaps in local surveillance. The contrast between these increases and the steep declines in shoplifting and burglary (down 75% and 66.7%, respectively) points to a combination of seasonal, environmental, and enforcement factors. While the overall rate remains relatively low compared to national benchmarks, the disproportionate rise in violent and anti-social crimes deserves closer attention, particularly as these categories often have lasting impacts on community safety and quality of life.

April 2025 marked a sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, which doubled from 5 to 10 incidents—a 100% increase. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in 'other crime' (from 0 to 4), signals a troubling shift in the crime mix. Violence and sexual offences, though still lower than the UK average in absolute terms, accounted for 44.2% of all reported crimes, significantly outpacing the 23% UK average for this category. The spike in anti-social behaviour may be linked to the Easter holiday period, when increased public gatherings and alcohol consumption can strain local policing resources. 'other crime'—a category often associated with unclassified or less frequent incidents—jumped to four cases, a figure 253% above the UK average. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas with high foot traffic, where such crimes are more likely to occur. Meanwhile, shoplifting and burglary both fell sharply, with shoplifting dropping 75% and burglary declining 66.7%, suggesting targeted efforts or seasonal factors may have temporarily curbed these categories.

Harworth and Bircotes saw a 23.9% increase in crime rate from 5.8 to 7.2 per 1,000 residents in April 2025 compared to March. This rise, though modest in absolute terms, reflects shifting patterns in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 reported crimes per day during the month, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. When scaled to the population of 7,226, this translates to one reported crime for every 139 residents over the course of April—a monthly aggregate that underscores the frequency of incidents within a relatively small community. While the overall rate remains 6.5% below the UK average, the distribution of crime types reveals local vulnerabilities. The previous month’s lower rate may have been influenced by seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity during colder weather, which could have temporarily dampened certain crime categories. This contrast highlights the importance of monitoring trends over time to identify emerging risks.