Retford Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Retford's crime profile in November 2025, accounting for 38.6% of all reported crimes. With a total crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents, the area recorded 166 crimes across its population of 24,171 — 5.5% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This marks a continuation of a pattern where violent crime consistently outpaces property crime in the built-up area of Bassetlaw. The seasonal context of November, with its dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, may partly explain the elevated rates of violence and anti-social behaviour. While property crimes such as shoplifting and criminal damage remain significant, they accounted for just 29.2% of total incidents compared to 38.6% for violent crimes. The area's mix of retail centres and community spaces likely contributes to this balance, as does the presence of local amenities that attract both residents and visitors during peak shopping periods. Violent crime in Retford stood at 2.7 per 1,000 — 5% above the UK average for this category — a figure that could reflect the impact of late-night activity in town centres or the influence of seasonal gatherings. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour (1.1 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.7 per 1,000) also exceeded national averages, suggesting that public spaces and commercial areas remain focal points for these types of incidents. The data underscores the need for targeted interventions during periods of heightened foot traffic and reduced visibility, particularly as temperatures drop and daylight hours diminish.

November 2025 saw stark fluctuations in crime patterns, with vehicle crime surging by 1,000% (from 1 to 11 incidents) — a dramatic increase likely tied to seasonal shifts in parking habits or increased vehicle-related disputes. Public order offences also rose sharply, jumping 175% (from 4 to 11) during the month, which may be linked to the timing of Bonfire Night and the associated gatherings in public spaces. Robbery rates doubled (from 1 to 2), a rise that could reflect the increased presence of visitors during Black Friday shopping events. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), due to reduced outdoor activity in colder weather or heightened awareness among cyclists. Theft from the person dropped by 50% (from 2 to 1), which might indicate improved security measures or fewer opportunities for opportunistic theft in retail environments. Retford's violent crime rate (2.7 per 1,000) was 5% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (1.1 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.7 per 1,000) also exceeded national figures. In contrast, drug-related incidents (0.2 per 1,000) were 26% below the UK average, and other theft (0.2 per 1,000) was 61% below, suggesting that certain categories of crime remain relatively controlled in the area. For residents, the daily crime rate of 6 incidents per day — or one crime for every 146 residents over the course of the month — provides a tangible measure of local crime exposure that could inform personal safety strategies.

Retford's crime rate in November 2025 rose 27.7% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.4 per 1,000 to 6.9 per 1,000 — a significant increase that warrants attention. This shift places the area's monthly crime exposure at one reported crime for every 146 residents, a figure that contextualises the impact of November's events on local communities. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 6 crimes per day, a statistic that highlights the frequency of incidents in a built-up area with a population of 24,171. This daily rate is particularly notable when compared to the broader UK context, as it reflects the concentrated nature of crime in Retford's urban core. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the area's crime burden is distributed across its residents in a way that may be influenced by local demographics, such as the presence of retail and leisure facilities that attract both regular visitors and transient populations. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the month-on-month increase underscores the volatility of crime patterns in the area, particularly during periods of heightened activity. The comparison to the previous month's data suggests that factors such as seasonal events, weather changes, or shifts in community dynamics may have contributed to this rise, even as certain crime categories like drug offences and other theft remain below national averages. This contrast between overall trends and individual crime types illustrates the complexity of managing public safety in a rapidly changing environment.