Worksop Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2024, Worksop's crime rate stood at 9.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 20.8% above the UK average of 7.7. This figure translates to a resident experiencing roughly one crime for every 108 people in the course of the month. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.3% of all reported incidents, followed by shoplifting (19.9%) and public order offences (8.9%). These patterns align with seasonal rhythms typical of a built-up area in the UK's East Midlands, where the start of the academic term in September often correlates with increased social activity and public spaces being more densely populated. While shoplifting rates in Worksop were 179% higher than the UK average, this may partly reflect the presence of retail hubs in the town centre that attract both local and non-local customers. The rise in public order offences could also be linked to the transition from summer to autumn, with evenings drawing in earlier and increasing incidents of rowdy behaviour in public areas. Violent crime rates in Worksop (2.9 per 1,000) were 11% above the UK average, suggesting that the town's demographic and geographic characteristics—including a mix of urban and semi-rural populations—may contribute to a slightly higher risk of violent incidents compared to the national average. These figures underscore the importance of localised policing strategies that account for both seasonal and community-specific factors.

September 2024 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with possession of weapons rising by 500% compared to August, jumping from 1 to 6 incidents. This sharp increase, while statistically notable, may be attributed to the timing of university freshers' week and the influx of new residents into the area, which could temporarily disrupt local dynamics. Robbery rates also surged by 200%, from 1 to 3 incidents, a change that could reflect heightened vigilance during the transition to autumn, when lighting conditions deteriorate and outdoor activity shifts. Conversely, anti-social behaviour incidents dropped by 67.8% (from 90 to 29), linked to the end of summer holidays and a reduction in transient populations. The dramatic 179% increase in shoplifting compared to the UK average (0.7 per 1,000) highlights a stark divergence in retail crime patterns, which may be influenced by the concentration of high-street stores in Worksop. Meanwhile, drug-related offences fell by 83.3% (from 12 to 2), indicating a seasonal lull or effective local interventions. These contrasting trends illustrate the combination of factors affecting crime in a mid-sized built-up area, where localised events can have outsized impacts on monthly statistics.

Worksop's crime rate in September 2024 (9.3 per 1,000) marked a 4.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.8, suggesting a slight moderation in overall crime levels. However, this reduction does not fully offset the town's continued position above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 13 crimes per day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the frequency with which residents may encounter crime in their daily lives. When contextualised against the population of 42,259, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 108 residents illustrates that while the risk is not negligible, it remains proportionally manageable for most. This comparison is particularly relevant for local residents, who may find the 1-in-108 statistic useful for understanding their personal risk profile in relation to national trends. The slight decline from August may reflect the stabilisation of seasonal factors, such as the end of summer holidays and the settling of new students into university accommodation. Nevertheless, the persistent elevation of certain crime types—particularly shoplifting and public order offences—reminds residents and local authorities of the need for targeted measures to address these specific challenges in the built-up area.