Worksop Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Worksop during September 2023, 11.9 crimes were recorded, placing the area 48.8% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This rate translates to a daily risk of roughly 17 crimes reported in the built-up area, with one in every 84 residents experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (25.8% of total), anti-social behaviour (17.6%), and shoplifting (12.8%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of September, as the area transitions from summer to autumn. The start of the academic year, with students returning to local colleges and schools, may contribute to increased anti-social behaviour and violent incidents in public spaces. Similarly, shoplifting rates, though down 39% from August, remain significantly above the UK average, potentially linked to retail activity in the town centre. While the overall crime rate is elevated compared to national standards, the breakdown suggests that property crimes and public order offences are driving the disparity. This pattern may reflect the area’s character as a mixed-use town with commercial and residential zones, where retail establishments and community hubs create environments conducive to certain types of crime.

September 2023 saw sharp increases in burglary (311.1% rise from 9 to 37 incidents) and theft from the person (200% increase from 1 to 3), both of which may be influenced by the start of the academic year and increased foot traffic in town centres. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 39% compared to August, potentially due to seasonal shifts in retail activity or heightened security measures. Anti-social behaviour remained 57% above the UK average, with 88 incidents recorded, a figure that could be tied to the social dynamics of a town with a significant student population. Burglary, now at 37 incidents, is 181% above the UK average, suggesting vulnerabilities in residential areas or a lack of consistent security measures. Vehicle crime rose 25% above the UK average, which may be linked to the presence of commuter parking facilities or changes in local traffic patterns. While some categories, such as bicycle theft and robbery, were in line with or below national averages, the overall picture indicates that Worksop’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of local demographics, seasonal transitions, and the physical layout of its built-up area.

The crime rate in September 2023 (11.9 per 1,000) marked a 5.3% increase from the previous month’s rate of 11.3, reflecting a growing trend in reported incidents. When contextualised daily, this equates to an average of 17 crimes reported each day in Worksop, a figure that may feel more immediate to residents than aggregated monthly statistics. Over the course of the month, one in every 84 residents experienced a reported crime, a ratio that highlights the personal impact of these figures on the local population. This exposure rate is significantly higher than the UK average, which would translate to a lower ratio in a comparable population of 42,259. The contrast between Worksop’s crime profile and national averages is most pronounced in categories like anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, where local rates are multiples higher than the UK benchmarks. However, the month-on-month changes suggest that while certain crimes are escalating, others are stabilising or even declining. This dynamic interplay between rising and falling categories underscores the importance of viewing crime statistics not as static numbers, but as indicators of shifting patterns influenced by both local factors and broader seasonal trends.