Retford Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Retford, 6.6 crimes were reported in April 2025 — a rate 14.3% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly 5 crimes per day, or one reported crime for every 152 residents over the course of the month. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (34% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (17%) and criminal damage (9.4%). These figures align with spring patterns, as Easter activities and increased outdoor engagement may contribute to higher incidents of public disorder and interpersonal conflict. The balance of violent and property crimes (54 each) suggests a mixed risk profile, with no clear dominance of one category over the other. Violent crime rates in Retford were 16% below the UK average, likely reflecting the area's character as a smaller, more tightly knit community with lower population density than major urban centres. However, the relatively higher rate of criminal damage and arson (5% above UK average) may indicate specific vulnerabilities in local infrastructure or enforcement priorities during the transition from winter to spring.

April 2025 saw significant shifts in crime trends, with 'Other crime' surging by 133.3% (3 to 7 incidents) and 'Possession of weapons' doubling from zero to three cases — both increases likely linked to seasonal transitions and increased visibility of illicit activity during Easter. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 13.3% (15 to 13), remaining 24% below the UK average, which may reflect effective retail security measures or lower foot traffic during school holidays. The balance of crime types also shifted: while violent crimes remained stable, property crimes saw a 46.7% drop in 'Other theft' (15 to 8), possibly due to reduced indoor activity during spring. Retford's rate of 'Other crime' (0.3 per 1,000) was 76% above the UK average, highlighting a specific category warranting closer attention. Meanwhile, 'Drugs' incidents (0.1 per 1,000) were 63% below the UK average, suggesting either effective local enforcement or lower demand in this category. These fluctuations underscore the importance of context-specific analysis, as broader trends may not always align with local conditions.

Retford's crime rate in April 2025 (6.6 per 1,000) was marginally lower than the previous month's rate (6.7 per 1,000), indicating a stable trend with a 1.2% decrease. This small shift may reflect seasonal normalization after winter's peak activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day — a figure that, while seemingly high, is contextually manageable in a town of 24,171 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 152 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Retford in the lower quartile of UK towns when compared to similar-sized communities. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while individual risk is low, collective exposure remains a factor requiring community engagement. The 14.3% gap between Retford's rate and the UK average suggests systemic differences in policing efficacy, socioeconomic factors, or demographic composition. These disparities highlight the value of localized analysis, as national averages can obscure regional nuances. The stability in overall crime rates, combined with specific category fluctuations, underscores the need for targeted interventions rather than broad-based policies.