Creswell Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Creswell’s crime rate in August 2023 stood at 13.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 70.4% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure reflects a significant departure from the national trend, with the area’s crime profile dominated by violent and anti-social offences. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 47.2% of all crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour (12.5%) and public order offences (11.1%) also featured prominently, both surpassing their respective UK averages. These patterns may be influenced by Creswell’s character as a built-up area within Bolsover, a region with a mix of residential and commercial zones. August, a peak holiday month, likely amplified existing vulnerabilities, such as increased foot traffic in public spaces and the potential for unoccupied homes to attract burglary. However, direct links to seasonal factors, though the timing aligns with broader trends in areas with high tourism or transient populations. Property crimes, including shoplifting and other theft, remained a concern, with shoplifting rising sharply. The overall rate suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, particularly those associated with nightlife or retail hubs. The stark contrast with the UK average underscores the importance of local context in understanding crime patterns, even as broader national metrics provide a general reference.

August 2023 saw a dramatic rise in shoplifting, with incidents jumping from 1 to 6—a 500% increase. This surge may partly explain the overall 35.9% rise in the area’s crime rate compared to July. Violent crimes also rose sharply, increasing by 126.7% from 15 to 34, a trend that places the category 146% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also climbed, with the latter exceeding the UK average by 150%. These shifts suggest a move towards more violent and disruptive crime, contrasting with the 59% decrease in vehicle crime, which fell below the UK average. For residents, the 500% jump in shoplifting highlights a specific vulnerability, possibly linked to seasonal tourism or unattended retail spaces. The 126.7% rise in violent crimes, while stark, aligns with broader national patterns in areas with high foot traffic during peak holiday months.

Creswell's crime rate in August 2023 rose to 13.8 per 1,000 residents, a 35.9% increase from July’s 10.2 per 1,000. This marks a sharp upward trend over the past month, with violent crimes and anti-social behaviour contributing most significantly. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in August, reflecting a consistent but heightened level of activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 72 residents, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of 5,211. While the daily rate is a local metric, the monthly exposure provides context for residents: over 31 days, the likelihood of encountering a crime is 1 in 72. This contrasts with the UK average, which is 8.1 per 1,000, but the comparison here focuses on Creswell’s internal trajectory. The rise in violent crimes and public order offences suggests a shift in the crime profile, potentially linked to seasonal factors such as increased tourism or holiday-related activity. However, the absence of a UK daily equivalent means this local figure remains a standalone benchmark.