Bassetlaw Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a district with a population of over 124,000, Bassetlaw recorded 960 crimes in January 2025, translating to a crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 residents. This places the area 8.5% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, highlighting a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety. The breakdown of crimes reveals a complex picture, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 30.1% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.8%) and shoplifting (11.9%). These figures suggest a mix of community-based and retail-related issues, potentially influenced by the post-holiday period and reduced foot traffic in January. Seasonal factors, such as shorter days and colder weather, may contribute to the lower volume of outdoor crimes typically seen in this month. However, the higher-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour and property crimes indicate areas where targeted interventions could be beneficial. The data also shows that while violent crime rates are slightly below the UK average, the overall crime profile remains a concern for local authorities and residents alike.

January 2025 saw a 200% surge in bicycle theft, jumping from 2 to 6 incidents—a sharp increase that could reflect heightened activity during the post-holiday period or changes in local enforcement priorities. Concurrently, 'other crime' rose by 109.1%, from 22 to 46 cases, indicating a potential shift in crime patterns that warrants closer examination. These spikes contrast with a notable 18.2% decline in drug-related incidents, which fell from 22 to 18, possibly linked to seasonal factors or targeted policing efforts. While anti-social behaviour and shoplifting rates remain significantly above the UK average, the drop in drug crimes offers a nuanced view of the area’s crime profile. For residents, the sharp rise in bicycle theft may be particularly concerning, as it suggests vulnerabilities in securing personal property during colder months. The data also underscores the need for continued monitoring of 'other crime' categories, which saw the most dramatic increase and are not well-defined in national statistics.

Comparing January 2025 to December 2024, Bassetlaw’s crime rate rose from 7.1 to 7.7 per 1,000 residents—an 8.5% increase that, while modest, reflects a sustained upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 31 crimes each day, a figure that, while not alarmingly high, underscores the ongoing need for community vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 130 residents, a statistic that, when viewed against the district’s population of 124,937, illustrates the relative scale of criminal activity. This monthly exposure rate is a useful metric for residents to contextualize their personal risk, though it does not account for variations in individual circumstances or local hotspots. The increase in the crime rate may be partially explained by the seasonal nature of January, with reduced retail activity and colder weather potentially influencing crime types and locations. However, the comparison to the previous month highlights the importance of maintaining consistent policing strategies and community engagement to mitigate further rises.