Worksop Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Worksop's crime rate in August 2025 reached 12.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 54.3% higher than the UK average. This stark divergence from national trends underscores the area's unique challenges, particularly in the context of its urban character and seasonal dynamics. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (154 cases, 29.1% of total), shoplifting (112 cases, 21.2%), and anti-social behaviour (91 cases, 17.2%). These figures reflect a mix of persistent issues and seasonal pressures, with August's peak holiday season likely contributing to increased foot traffic in commercial areas. The sharp rise in shoplifting, which is 329% above the UK average, may be linked to the influx of tourists and the temporary absence of some residents during the summer. Anti-social behaviour also saw a significant spike, 51% above the UK average, which could be connected to the town's mix of residential and commercial spaces. While violent crime remains a concern, the overall breakdown suggests that property-related offences are driving the area's elevated rate. This is consistent with Worksop's status as a built-up area within Bassetlaw, where commercial activity and population density may create conditions conducive to certain types of crime. The seasonal context of August—as a month marked by holidays and temporary population shifts—adds another layer to the analysis, though the exact relationship between these factors and crime trends requires further exploration.

August 2025 marked a sharp rise in shoplifting, with 112 incidents reported—a 57.7% increase from July. This surge, which is 329% above the UK average, may partly explain the heightened focus on retail security in the town centre. Possession of weapons also rose by 100%, from 2 to 4 incidents, a concerning trend that could signal increased tensions in public spaces. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 77.8% to just 2 cases, linked to summer holidays reducing the presence of cyclists. The breakdown of crimes shows a stark imbalance, with violent crimes (154) and property crimes (233) dominating the landscape. Violence and sexual offences alone accounted for 29.1% of all crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average by 25%. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas where anti-social behaviour (91 incidents) and shoplifting are concentrated.

August 2025 saw a 3.1% rise in Worksop's crime rate to 12.5 per 1,000 residents, up from 12.1 per 1,000 in July. This places the area 54.3% above the UK average, a figure that remains consistent with prior months. On a daily basis, 17 crimes were reported each day in August, a rate that translates to one crime for every 80 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is a useful metric for understanding overall risk, it does not account for variations in daily activity patterns. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the elevated rate, the absolute number of crimes (529) is manageable for a town of 42,259 residents. However, the concentration of violent and property crimes in specific areas may create localized risks that warrant closer attention from residents and local authorities.