Bassetlaw Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In December 2025, Bassetlaw recorded a crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 11.4% above the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This rate translates to one reported crime for every 128 residents over the course of the month, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a populated area. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (324 cases, 33.3% of total), anti-social behaviour (144 cases, 14.8%), and shoplifting (123 cases, 12.6%). These patterns are consistent with December’s seasonal context, where factors such as Christmas shopping, extended social gatherings, and darker evenings may contribute to increased activity in certain crime categories. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for a third of all crimes, may be influenced by the heightened social interactions typical of the festive period. Similarly, the surge in anti-social behaviour could be linked to the party season and the relaxation of usual social norms during holidays. Shoplifting, which remains significantly higher than the UK average, likely reflects the increased retail activity and foot traffic during the Christmas shopping period. The overall crime rate, while above average, does not necessarily indicate widespread personal risk, as the distribution of incidents across the population means most residents are unlikely to experience direct victimisation. This highlights the importance of interpreting crime statistics within the broader context of local demographics and seasonal factors, rather than relying solely on aggregated figures.

December 2025 saw a 51.3% increase in burglary cases, rising from 39 to 59, a sharp contrast to the 38.5% rise in other theft. These jumps may partly explain the overall rate’s 4.4% monthly increase. Conversely, robbery cases fell by 38.5%, with incidents dropping from 13 to 8, potentially reflecting heightened security during the festive season. Shoplifting remained a standout issue, with 123 cases recorded—75% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This anomaly could be linked to increased foot traffic in retail areas during Christmas shopping. Anti-social behaviour also surged, with 144 incidents reported, 29% above the UK average, driven by the party season and extended social gatherings. Meanwhile, theft from the person dropped by 33.3%, from 6 to 4, suggesting that targeted prevention efforts or seasonal awareness may have had an impact. The decrease in vehicle crime—32.4% from 74 to 50—could indicate effective measures in securing parked vehicles during the month. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns and the influence of specific contextual factors in December.

Bassetlaw’s crime rate in December 2025 rose to 7.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 4.4% increase from the previous month’s 7.5. This upward trend, though modest, reflects broader seasonal dynamics typical of December, when reduced visibility, holiday-related tensions, and increased foot traffic in retail areas may contribute to higher incident rates. On a daily basis, 31 crimes were reported each day, translating to roughly one crime for every 128 residents over the course of the month. This figure, while specific to Bassetlaw, provides a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents in a populated area. The population context reveals that while the rate is above average, the absolute number of crimes is distributed across 124,937 residents, meaning most individuals remain unaffected by direct victimisation. This distribution underscores the importance of contextualising crime rates within local demographics, as even elevated rates may not equate to widespread personal risk. The comparison to the UK average—11.4% higher—highlights Bassetlaw’s relative position within national trends, though local factors such as urban density, economic conditions, and policing strategies likely play a role in shaping these outcomes.