Clowne Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2024, Clowne—a built-up area within Bolsover—recorded 72 crimes, translating to a crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 11.9% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, a distinction that underscores Clowne’s relatively low crime profile despite being a small urban centre. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.3% of all incidents (29 cases), a rate of 3.0 per 1,000. This category’s 5% above UK average rate may be influenced by the area’s seasonal dynamics, with July marking the peak of summer tourism, festivals, and outdoor events that could heighten social interactions and potential conflicts. Anti-social behaviour followed with 12.5% of total crimes (9 cases), significantly below the UK average (38% below), suggesting effective community policing or strong local social cohesion. Property crimes, though lower in frequency (23 cases), included a mix of criminal damage and arson (11.1% of total), public order offences (11.1%), and vehicle crime (6.9%), all of which align with the seasonal context of increased outdoor activity and potential vulnerabilities in unsecured spaces. The overall crime rate, while modest, reflects a balance between transient factors—such as summer tourism—and the area’s inherent characteristics as a smaller, more tightly knit built-up area. This profile contrasts with larger urban centres, where higher population densities and more complex social structures often correlate with elevated crime rates. The relatively low levels of shoplifting (56% below UK average) and other theft (32% below UK average) may also point to effective retail security measures or a lower incidence of opportunistic crime in the area. These patterns collectively illustrate a crime picture shaped by both local governance and seasonal rhythms, offering insights into the unique challenges and successes of maintaining public safety in a small urban environment.

July 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with increases in three categories: other theft, burglary, and other crime, each rising by 100% compared to June. This surge in non-violent crimes may reflect heightened activity during the summer months, potentially linked to increased foot traffic or unsecured properties. Conversely, shoplifting decreased by 25%, and public order offences fell by 20%, suggesting that targeted policing or seasonal awareness campaigns may have had an impact. Violence and sexual offences, while still the most common category (40.3% of total crimes), declined by 12.1% from June, a drop that could be attributed to the temporary closure of schools or reduced nightlife activity. Anti-social behaviour remained significantly below the UK average (38% below), indicating a possible success in community-focused initiatives. These fluctuations highlight the combination of seasonal trends and local enforcement efforts in shaping Clowne’s crime profile.

Clowne's crime rate in July 2024 rose by 14.3% from 6.5 to 7.4 per 1,000 residents compared to June, reflecting a slight upward trend. Daily crime statistics show an average of two reported incidents each day, a figure that, while low, underscores the persistent presence of crime in a built-up area of 9,690 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 135 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Clowne among the safer areas in the UK but highlights the need for continued vigilance. This rate is 11.9% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may be contributing to this relative safety. However, the 14.3% increase from the previous month indicates that underlying pressures, such as seasonal activity or transient populations, could be influencing crime dynamics. Residents should remain aware of these fluctuations, particularly as July’s peak tourism and festival season may introduce new variables to the local crime profile.