Bassetlaw Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bassetlaw's overall crime rate in November 2024 stood at 7.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 2.6% below the UK average of 7.6. This figure reflects a combination of seasonal factors and local demographics, with the district's rural-urban mix influencing crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences (268 cases) constituted the largest single category, accounting for 29.2% of all reported crimes, though this rate remained 15% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour (158 cases) and shoplifting (140 cases) followed closely, with the latter being 59% above the national average—a trend likely linked to the area's retail presence and Black Friday shopping activity. The month's calendar, including Bonfire Night and the transition to darker evenings, may have contributed to fluctuations in public order incidents. While the overall rate is relatively low compared to major urban centres, the significant disparity in certain categories—such as anti-social behaviour and shoplifting—suggests targeted local efforts may be necessary. The balance between property crimes (395) and violent crimes (268) indicates a mixed profile, with property-related offences dominating but not to an extent seen in larger cities. This snapshot illustrates how regional characteristics and seasonal rhythms shape crime trends, requiring context-specific analysis rather than broad generalisations.

November saw a 133.3% increase in theft from the person, rising from 3 to 7 incidents—a sharp upward trend that may reflect heightened vigilance or specific local factors. Bicycle theft also doubled, with 8 reported cases, significantly above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. These rises contrast with declines in drug-related crimes and criminal damage, which fell by 34.5% and 28.3% respectively. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark divergence from national trends: while violence and sexual offences were 15% below the UK average, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting were 17% and 59% above. Residents should be particularly alert to the sharp rise in personal thefts, which now account for 0.8 per 1,000 residents—a figure that may warrant additional community awareness measures in high-traffic areas.

Bassetlaw's crime rate in November 2024 fell 9.4% compared to October, dropping from 8.1 to 7.4 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as colder evenings and reduced shopping activity may contribute to lower public order and anti-social behaviour incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 31 reported crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the scale of activity for residents. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 136 residents faced a reported crime, a rate that reflects both the local population's size and the distribution of incidents across the district. While this monthly exposure is lower than the previous month, it remains important to note that certain crime types—such as shoplifting and anti-social behaviour—continue to exceed UK averages, indicating persistent local challenges that may require targeted interventions.