Bassetlaw Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bassetlaw's crime profile in September 2025 reveals a combination of local demographics and seasonal factors. The overall crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents places the district 5.4% above the UK average of 7.4, a discrepancy that may be influenced by the area's mix of urban and rural characteristics. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 32.7% of all reported incidents, followed closely by anti-social behaviour at 17.5% and shoplifting at 11.4%. These figures align with the seasonal context of September, a time marked by the return of students to educational institutions and the gradual shift toward shorter evenings. The higher-than-average rate of anti-social behaviour—20% above the UK average—could be linked to increased social activity in town centres or the pressures associated with back-to-school transitions. Meanwhile, shoplifting's 48% excess over the UK rate suggests that retail areas may be particularly vulnerable, due to the influx of students or the timing of local events. The relative stability in violent crime rates—matching the UK average—contrasts with the sharp rise in theft from the person, which may indicate a growing focus on personal property in public spaces. These patterns highlight the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or transient populations, while also acknowledging the broader influence of national trends on local crime dynamics.

September 2025 saw a 133.3% increase in theft from the person, rising from three to seven incidents—a stark contrast to the previous month. This sharp rise may reflect heightened activity in areas with transient populations, such as university campuses or town centres during freshers' week. Meanwhile, burglary rose by 59.4%, with 51 incidents reported, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in residential areas or increased opportunistic crime during transitional periods. In contrast, shoplifting fell by 19.6%, declining from 138 to 111 incidents—a trend that could indicate improved security measures or reduced foot traffic in retail zones. Anti-social behaviour remains 20% above the UK average at 1.4 per 1,000, while shoplifting is 48% above the UK rate, highlighting areas where local conditions diverge significantly from national trends. These shifts in crime mix may reflect seasonal changes, such as the return of students to campuses or the impact of shorter evenings on public spaces.

Bassetlaw's overall crime rate in September 2025 rose to 7.8 per 1,000 residents, a 2.9% increase from the previous month's 7.6 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 32 crimes reported daily across the district, a figure that reflects both the local population density and seasonal activity patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 129 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the local community. With a population of 124,937, this rate underscores the relative scale of crime in Bassetlaw compared to its size. While the overall rate remains slightly above the UK average, the month-on-month increase suggests a shift in local dynamics, potentially influenced by factors such as the return of students to campuses or increased foot traffic in town centres. The daily crime figure, while informative, does not account for variations in reporting rates or unrecorded incidents, meaning it should be interpreted alongside other data points.