Retford Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2025, Retford recorded 179 crimes across its population of 24,171 residents, translating to a crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 individuals. This figure places the area 8.6% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a margin that suggests Retford’s built-up environment within Bassetlaw may benefit from specific local conditions that mitigate criminal activity. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.8% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.4%) and criminal damage and arson (11.2%). These figures align with patterns often seen in urban areas where public spaces and social interactions are frequent, though Retford’s rate for violent crime remains lower than the national average. Seasonal factors may also play a role, as May’s longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising could contribute to higher incidents of public order offences and anti-social behaviour. However, the overall crime rate remains relatively stable, indicating that local efforts to manage community safety may be effective. The breakdown of crime types also reveals that property-related offences, such as vehicle crime and burglary, are slightly above the UK average, which could reflect Retford’s infrastructure or transportation patterns. These insights provide a foundation for understanding the area’s crime profile while highlighting the need for continued vigilance in addressing emerging trends.

May 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with bicycle theft surging by 100% compared to the previous month, rising from zero to three incidents. This spike may be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased cycling activity during longer evenings. Vehicle crime also rose sharply by 62.5%, jumping from eight to 13 incidents, potentially reflecting changes in parking patterns or increased foot traffic in local areas. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by two-thirds, a decline that could indicate effective local enforcement efforts or shifting priorities among offenders. Violence and sexual offences, though remaining the most common category (35.8% of total crimes), were 5% below the UK average, suggesting Retford’s community may have stronger social cohesion or policing strategies in this area. The contrast between rising vehicle crime and falling drug offences highlights the dynamic nature of local crime trends, which require ongoing monitoring to address emerging challenges.

Retford's crime rate in May 2025 rose by 12.6% compared to the previous month, moving from 6.6 to 7.4 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while modest, suggests a shift in local crime patterns that warrants attention. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of 6 crimes reported over the 31 days, equating to roughly one crime for every 135 residents across the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the frequency of incidents within a typical household’s timeframe, offering a tangible sense of risk. When scaled to Retford’s population of 24,171, the 179 total crimes recorded in May translate to a rate that remains 8.6% below the UK average, underscoring the area’s relatively lower vulnerability compared to national trends. However, the month-on-month rise may reflect seasonal factors such as longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, which could influence both property and violent crime dynamics. The interplay between local conditions and broader national averages provides a nuanced picture of Retford’s security landscape.