Harworth and Bircotes Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Harworth and Bircotes, the crime rate in May 2025 was 7.2 per 1,000 residents, 11.1% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure, while relatively low, translates to one reported crime for roughly every 139 residents over the course of the month—a daily risk that, while present, remains manageable for most. The area’s crime profile is shaped by its character as a built-up area within Bassetlaw, where proximity to industrial zones and local community structures may influence patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.5% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.3%) and drugs (9.6%). These figures align with seasonal trends in May, when longer evenings and bank holidays may contribute to increased socialising and associated risks. The dominance of violent crime over property crime suggests that local factors—such as community tensions or alcohol-related incidents—may play a role. However, the area’s drug-related crime rate, at 150% above the UK average, stands out as a significant divergence. This could reflect the presence of local venues or transport links that facilitate drug activity. Meanwhile, shoplifting and theft from the person were 85% and 33% below the UK average, respectively, likely due to the area’s smaller retail footprint compared to larger urban centres. As May transitions into summer, the combination of extended daylight hours and seasonal events may further shape crime patterns, though the current data offers a snapshot of a relatively stable but distinct local profile.

May 2025 saw dramatic shifts in crime types within Harworth and Bircotes. Drug-related crimes increased by 400% compared to April, rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This jump, though not explained by the data, may be linked to seasonal factors such as increased socialising during longer evenings. Other theft also rose sharply, tripling from 1 to 4 cases—a 300% increase. This could reflect heightened activity in local retail or residential areas during May’s bank holidays. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 17.4% (23 to 19), due to targeted interventions or reduced public gatherings. The area’s drug crime rate is 150% above the UK average (0.7 vs 0.3 per 1,000), a stark contrast to its 8% below-average rate for violence and sexual offences. For residents, the 400% rise in drug-related crimes is a concrete data point that may warrant local awareness campaigns.

For residents of Harworth and Bircotes, the crime rate in May 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month, with 7.2 crimes per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests that local factors—such as community policing efforts or seasonal patterns—have not shifted significantly in the short term. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two reported crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 7,226. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 139 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure is a useful benchmark for residents to contextualise their risk. The area’s crime profile continues to differ from the UK average in specific categories: while drug-related crimes are 150% above the national average, violence and sexual offences are 8% below. These disparities highlight the unique characteristics of Harworth and Bircotes, such as its proximity to industrial zones or local community dynamics, which may influence crime patterns in ways distinct from larger urban centres.