Bassetlaw Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2025, Bassetlaw reported 960 crimes, equating to 7.7 incidents per 1,000 residents—8.5% above the UK average of 7.1. For a population of 124,937, this translates to a crime volume that would be particularly concerning for a largely rural and semi-urban area with a mix of agricultural land, small towns, and commuter hubs. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 30.1% of all reported incidents (289 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (16.8%, 161 cases) and shoplifting (11.9%, 114 cases). These figures suggest a combination of social dynamics and environmental factors, with violence and anti-social behaviour likely influenced by local demographics and community interactions. Seasonal context adds nuance: January, as a post-holiday period with reduced retail footfall and shorter days, may have contributed to lower rates of shoplifting than might otherwise be expected, yet Bassetlaw's shoplifting rate remains 45% above the UK average. This discrepancy may reflect underlying trends such as persistent demand for stolen goods or specific local vulnerabilities. The data also reveals a shift in crime mix, with property crimes (388 cases) slightly outnumbering violent crimes (289 cases), though the proximity of these figures indicates a balanced threat landscape. The seasonal context of January—characterised by colder weather and reduced daylight—may have influenced outdoor activity levels, affecting crime patterns related to public spaces and transportation. These insights provide a foundation for understanding the local crime picture while acknowledging the need for further analysis to identify root causes.

January 2025 saw a stark increase in bicycle theft, with incidents rising by 200% compared to the previous month, from 2 to 6. This surge is particularly noteworthy given the relatively low base numbers and may reflect seasonal factors such as post-holiday travel or increased recreational cycling. Other crime also rose sharply, with a 109% increase from 22 to 46 cases, suggesting a broader trend in unclassified or emerging crime types. Possession of weapons rose by 44.4%, from 9 to 13, a figure that may indicate shifts in local criminal activity patterns. Conversely, drugs-related crimes fell by 18.2%, from 22 to 18, a decline that could align with seasonal changes in substance use or enforcement efforts. The breakdown of crime types reveals that anti-social behaviour and shoplifting are 33% and 45% above the UK average, respectively, while drugs-related crimes are 62% below the national rate. These disparities highlight areas where local conditions may diverge from national trends.

Bassetlaw's crime rate in January 2025 rose to 7.7 per 1,000 residents, marking an 8.5% increase from the previous month's rate of 7.1. This means that, on average, there were 31 crimes reported each day in January, a figure that underscores the persistent demand on local policing resources. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 130 residents, a ratio that translates to significant exposure for a population of 124,937. While this monthly exposure is a local measure, it provides a tangible sense of the frequency of crime within the area. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Bassetlaw's rate is higher than the UK average, though the daily crime count offers a granular view of how incidents are distributed across the month. This context helps residents understand the pace at which incidents occur relative to their daily lives.