Bassetlaw Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In December 2023, Bassetlaw recorded a crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 15.3% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. This figure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 164 residents over the course of the month, a rate that, while not insignificant, reflects a generally safer environment compared to national benchmarks. The distribution of crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences accounted for 33% of all incidents (252 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.7%) and shoplifting (12.7%). These patterns are consistent with seasonal dynamics, as December’s long evenings, Christmas shopping activity, and the presence of empty homes during the holiday period may have influenced crime trends. Violent crime in Bassetlaw was 24% below the UK average, a contrast that may be attributed to the area’s demographic characteristics or the reduced presence of crowds in public spaces during the festive season. Meanwhile, shoplifting rates were 63% higher than the UK average, suggesting that local retail environments—in town centres or high streets—may be more vulnerable to this type of crime. The data also highlights a broader trend: property crimes (301 incidents) slightly outpaced violent crimes (252), a balance that aligns with the area’s likely mix of residential and commercial activity. This mix of factors—seasonal influences, local geography, and community demographics—shapes the crime picture in Bassetlaw, offering a nuanced view of how everyday risk manifests for residents.

December 2023 saw notable decreases in theft from the person (-50.0%), bicycle theft (-42.9%), and robbery (-37.5%), reflecting a shift in crime patterns during the holiday season. The breakdown of crime types reveals a significant divergence from UK averages: shoplifting in Bassetlaw was 63% higher than the national rate (0.8 vs 0.5 per 1,000), suggesting local factors such as retail activity or festive shopping dynamics may be influencing this category. Conversely, violent crimes were 24% below the UK average (2.0 vs 2.6 per 1,000), a contrast that may be linked to the area’s demographic profile or seasonal patterns, such as reduced public gatherings during the festive period. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, was 18% above the UK average (1.1 vs 0.9 per 1,000), indicating a need for targeted community engagement in this area. These variations highlight the importance of understanding how crime types are distributed across different regions, even when overall rates appear comparable.

Bassetlaw’s December 2023 crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents marks a 17.9% decline from November’s 7.4 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained reduction in reported incidents. This downward trend aligns with broader patterns observed in the area, though seasonal factors may have played a role. On a daily basis, 25 crimes were recorded across Bassetlaw in December, translating to a local frequency that residents can contextualise as part of their monthly experience. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 164 residents, a figure that underscores the relative safety of the area compared to the UK average. When scaled to population size, Bassetlaw’s crime profile suggests that the risk of encountering a crime is lower than in many other parts of the country, though specific categories like anti-social behaviour and shoplifting remain areas of local concern. The monthly exposure metric provides a tangible frame for understanding crime’s impact: for every 164 residents, one incident was recorded, a rate that, while not negligible, is consistent with a community that has seen steady improvements in public safety over recent months.