Clowne Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Clowne’s crime rate in October 2023 stood at 6.4 per 1,000, placing it 20% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This disparity underscores the area’s unique position within the broader UK crime profile, where rural-adjacent communities often report lower rates due to factors like community cohesion, limited urban density, and targeted policing. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (38.7% of total incidents), followed by shoplifting (19.4%) and criminal damage and arson (9.7%). The dominance of violent crime, despite being 7% below the UK average for this category, may reflect local challenges such as social dynamics in a built-up area with limited commercial vibrancy. Seasonal factors, including the transition to darker evenings and Halloween activities, likely contributed to the spike in violence and sexual offences, though the area’s overall safety profile remains stronger than the national average. The relatively low rate of property crimes, particularly burglary (3.2% of total incidents), contrasts with the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or environmental factors—such as well-lit public spaces or community watch schemes—may play a role. However, the 107% increase in shoplifting compared to the UK average highlights a vulnerability in retail areas, exacerbated by seasonal foot traffic or unsecured premises. These patterns illustrate the combination of local characteristics and national trends, requiring tailored approaches to crime prevention.

October saw a 100% increase in vehicle crime, rising from zero to six incidents, a shift that may reflect seasonal changes in parking patterns or increased traffic during darker evenings. Violence and sexual offences rose by 60%, from 15 to 24 cases, a jump that contrasts with the UK average for this category, which was 7% below Clowne’s rate. This spike could be linked to Halloween activities or the transition into shorter days, which may affect community interactions. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and burglary both declined, with anti-social behaviour dropping by 55.6% and burglary falling by 33.3%. These decreases align with the UK average for burglary but fall below the national rate for anti-social behaviour, which is 69% higher. Residents may find the 107% increase in shoplifting, which outpaces the UK average by over 100%, particularly noteworthy, as it suggests targeted retail crime that could benefit from localised interventions.

Clowne's crime rate in October 2023 rose by 5.1% compared to September's 6.1 per 1,000, reaching 6.4 per 1,000. This places the area 20% below the UK average, a consistent trend that reflects broader regional differences in policing and community engagement. Locally, the monthly crime exposure translates to one reported incident for every 156 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the built-up area’s population of 9,690. Daily crime counts show an average of two incidents per day, a statistic that aligns with seasonal patterns but remains lower than national averages. The population context highlights how Clowne’s smaller size and potentially tighter-knit community may contribute to lower crime rates, though the increase in October suggests ongoing challenges in maintaining stability. These figures do not account for unreported incidents, but they offer a snapshot of how crime manifests in a rural-adjacent setting with limited urban density.