Bassetlaw Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Bassetlaw’s crime profile in July 2024, accounting for nearly a third of all reported crimes. With a crime rate of 8.9 per 1,000 residents — 6.0% above the UK average of 8.4 — the area’s security landscape reflects a combination of seasonal and local factors. The top three crime categories were violence and sexual offences (331 incidents), anti-social behaviour (250 incidents), and shoplifting (119 incidents), highlighting a stark contrast between personal safety concerns and property-related issues. July, a peak summer month marked by school holidays, festivals, and increased tourism, likely contributed to higher anti-social behaviour and shoplifting rates, as public spaces saw greater foot traffic and potential for disorder. While violent crime rates were 5% below the UK average for this category, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting both exceeded national benchmarks by 38% and 47% respectively, suggesting localised pressures in community engagement and retail environments. The relatively low rates of burglary (3.3% of total crimes) and robbery (0.3% of total crimes) indicate that property crimes are not the dominant concern, though shoplifting remains a significant issue in high-traffic areas. This pattern aligns with Bassetlaw’s character as a mixed rural-urban district, where urban centres may experience spikes in disorder-related crimes during summer, while rural areas maintain lower overall crime rates.

July 2024 saw sharp increases in possession of weapons (+75%) and theft from the person (+75%), raising concerns about personal safety in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 22.5% of all crimes, was 38% above the UK average, a figure that may partly explain the elevated levels of violence and sexual offences. Shoplifting, the third most common crime, was 47% above the national average, consistent with the presence of retail hubs and increased foot traffic during summer. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 80% compared to the previous month, possibly due to reduced outdoor activity or improved security measures. Robbery rates also declined by 57%, though they remained 100% below the UK average. The data underscores a shift in crime dynamics, with public order and personal safety issues outpacing property-related crimes, a trend that could be influenced by the area’s seasonal rhythms and the influx of visitors during festivals and events. Residents may find the 75% increase in weapon possession particularly concerning, as it suggests a potential escalation in conflict-related incidents that could impact community cohesion.

Bassetlaw’s crime rate in July 2024 (8.9 per 1,000) showed minimal change from the previous month (8.8 per 1,000), with a 0.6% increase that reflects a stable overall trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 36 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 113 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Bassetlaw slightly above the UK average in terms of overall crime but with significant variations across categories. While the population of 124,937 means that individual risk remains relatively low, the concentration of anti-social behaviour and shoplifting incidents highlights areas where targeted interventions may be necessary. The comparison to the UK average also reveals stark contrasts: Bassetlaw’s anti-social behaviour rate is 38% higher than the national figure, yet its robbery rate is 100% below. This divergence underscores the importance of local factors — such as the presence of retail centres, community engagement strategies, and seasonal activity — in shaping crime patterns. For residents, the data suggests that while the overall risk is manageable, certain types of crime warrant closer attention, particularly in public spaces during peak summer months.